Oral Surgeon Serving Mission Bay
Life around Mission Bay moves fast — paddle boarding in the morning, work by nine, back on the water by sunset. When something comes up with your teeth, you want it handled by someone who knows what they’re doing and gets you back to your routine as quickly as possible. That’s exactly what Dr. Grant McGann offers from his Front Street office, about 15 minutes from the bay.
Oral Surgery Services for Mission Bay Patients
The Mission Bay area is full of general dentists. What it doesn’t have on every corner is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon — someone specifically trained for implants, extractions, wisdom teeth removal, and jaw surgery. That’s what Dr. McGann does, full-time, every day.
Dental Implants
A missing tooth affects more than your smile — it affects how you eat, how you speak, and over time, the bone structure underneath. Dental implants are the only replacement option that preserves that bone and functions like a natural tooth.
Dr. McGann uses CT-guided surgical planning and in-office 3D imaging for every case. Smaller incisions, less bone grafting in many patients, and a recovery most people describe as faster than they expected. Full osseointegration takes 3 to 6 months — but most of that time, you won’t feel like you’re healing.
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Impacted or partially erupted wisdom teeth don’t tend to improve on their own. The longer they stay, the more likely they are to cause infection, crowding, or damage to the neighboring molar. Dr. McGann evaluates each tooth individually and removes them under local anesthesia or IV sedation — whichever fits the case and your comfort level.
Most patients are back to normal within a week, which for Mission Bay residents usually means back on the bike path or in the water not long after.
Bay Park patients don't have to go far for specialist-level oral surgery. McGann Oral Surgery is about 10 minutes from the neighborhood — and offers IV sedation, CT-guided implant planning, and board-certified surgical care entirely in-office. No hospital. No referral required.
Why Mission Bay Patients Make the Drive
Most people living around Mission Bay are active, busy, and selective about who they trust with their health. That’s a reasonable standard — and one Dr. McGann’s practice consistently meets.
He completed a 4-year Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. and holds board certification from the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery — a credential fewer than half of practicing oral surgeons carry. He’s been at the same office since 2008 with the same core team.
What Mission Bay patients tend to notice:
- IV sedation in-office — no need for a hospital or separate surgical center
- CT-guided planning for every implant — precision mapped before the procedure begins
- Personal follow-up from Dr. McGann — he calls every surgical patient himself after their procedure
- A team that hasn’t changed — Rachel, Natalia, and Enrique have been here since the practice opened
Does McGann Oral Surgery Accept Insurance?
Yes. The practice is in-network with most major PPO dental plans — including Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of CA, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, Humana, MetLife, and United Healthcare. For certain procedures, medical insurance may apply instead.
Enrique handles insurance and billing for every patient before any procedure. See the full list of insurance plans we accept.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is McGann Oral Surgery from Mission Bay?
About 15 minutes by car. Take Mission Bay Drive south to I-5, then head south and exit at Washington Street or Front Street. The office is at 3861 Front Street, CA 92103. Parking is available on-site.
What happens at the first consultation?
Dr. McGann reviews your imaging, examines the area in question, and gives you a clear picture of your options — no pressure, no upselling. If you need an extraction, implant, or wisdom teeth evaluation, he’ll explain exactly what the procedure involves, what recovery looks like, and what the timeline is before anything is scheduled.
Do I need to take time off work?
For most extractions and wisdom teeth removals, patients take one to two days off and return to desk work shortly after. More physical jobs may require a few extra days. Implant placement typically has a similar recovery window. Dr. McGann will give you a specific recommendation based on your procedure and your schedule.
How quickly can I get back to normal activity?
For most extractions and wisdom teeth removals, patients are back to light activity within a few days. More involved procedures like implant placement have a slightly longer window, but most patients feel significantly better within the first week. Dr. McGann will give you a specific recovery timeline based on your procedure.
I'm not sure if I need an extraction or an implant — can Dr. McGann help me figure that out?
Yes — that’s exactly what the consultation is for. Dr. McGann reviews your imaging, explains what’s happening, and gives you a clear picture of your options before any decision is made.
What's the best route from Mission Bay to the office?
Take Mission Bay Drive east to I-5 south. Exit at Washington Street, head east, then turn right on Front Street. The office is at 3861 Front Street, CA 92103. Get directions.
Serving Mission Bay and the Surrounding Area
McGann Oral Surgery is a short drive from Crown Point, Pacific Beach, Mission Beach, Ocean Beach, Bay Park, and Old Town. If you’re in the Mission Bay area and need a board-certified oral surgeon, the consultation is the right place to start.
Call (858) 874-8181 or schedule a consultation online. McGann Oral Surgery is located at 3861 Front Street, CA 92103 — get directions.