Welcome to Advanced Oral Surgery of Tampa
When it comes to maxillofacial surgery, you deserve the most advanced care available from a team of oral surgeons and dental professionals that will treat you like family. At our practice, with offices serving the needs of South Tampa, Land O' Lakes, Valrico, and greater Tampa, FL, that's exactly what you can expect.
If your dentist has advised you or a family member to seek the help of an oral surgeon, or if you have functional or cosmetic issues with your teeth, mouth, or jaw, Dr. Jason Edwards and Dr. Thomas Backeris can meet your needs with patient-centric care in a luxurious setting.

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"Thank you for easing my fears." 5-Star Reviews
Couldn't have asked for a better wisdom tooth removal experience. Went in, went to sleep, and woke up 20 min later with almost no pain and a surprisingly cheap receipt. 5 stars
View on GoogleAbsolutely wonderful experience from the day of consultation to the day of surgery. What a wonderful team Dr. Edwards works with. Our teenage son felt he was in good and safe hands and is recovering very well. Thank you so much! Highly recommend this office especially for wisdom teeth removal!
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Whether you or a family member need wisdom teeth removed, want to replace missing teeth, or simply need to establish care, we can help. Advanced Oral Surgery of Tampa serves patients throughout the greater Tampa area from our offices in South Tampa, Valrico and Land O' Lakes, FL.
For your convenience, we offer three options to get in touch with one of our oral surgeons:
Give Us a Call
We are open from Monday through Thursday from 8:00am to 5:00pm, and Fridays from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Please give us a call to schedule an appointment and we will gladly answer any questions you may have.
Meet Our Board Certified Surgeons
Jason Edwards, DMD
Dr. Edwards is board-certified and highly trained in many forms of oral and maxillofacial surgery. He has over a decade of experience and has been happy to meet the needs of patients in the greater Tampa area since 2011. He is a member of several prestigious organizations, such as the American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, and enjoys using his talents to serve underprivileged children on surgical missions to Mexico.

Thomas Backeris, DMD
Dr. Thomas Backeris is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon with Advanced Oral Surgery of Tampa Bay, PA. Dr. Backeris earned his undergraduate degree in biomedical engineering from Duke University, followed by dental school at the University of Pittsburgh, and completed his residency at Loyola University Medical Center in Chicago. His trained extensively in anesthesia, dental implants, and complex bone grafting, facial trauma and reconstruction, orthogenetic surgery, pathology, and surgical dental extractions. Dr. Backeris is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and also maintains hospital privileges at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Tampa.

Jason Blundell, DDS
Dr. Jason Blundell earned his certificate in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from the United States Navy at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth where he served as an active duty Naval Officer from 2008-2018. He served his country with stations including Naval Hospital Pensacola and Naval Air Station Pensacola, Camp Lejeune, and USS Harry S. Truman CVN-75.
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Our Mission
Advanced Oral Surgery of Tampa is committed to providing you with the best and most personalized care possible. Drs. Jason Edwards and Thomas Backeris perform a wide scope of oral and maxillofacial procedures in our state-of-the-art offices.
Professional Affiliations
Why Should I Go to an Oral Surgeon?
Advanced Training
Becoming an oral and maxillofacial surgeon requires additional years of hospital-based training after graduation from dental school. Dr. Edwards and Dr. Backeris have completed this rigorous training, enabling them to manage a wide variety of concerns relating to the mouth, teeth, and jaws. For example, oral surgeons can diagnose and treat facial pain, facial injuries, and fractures.
Specialized Care
General dentists can provide routine dental care, but advanced cases like tooth extraction, implant placement, or treatment of TMJ disorders often require the expertise of a trained oral and maxillofacial surgeon. The technology, anesthesia, and advanced techniques used by our surgeons set us apart from general dentists, and we genuinely care for every one of our patients.
A Certified Surgical Team ENSURING PATIENT SAFETY AND COMFORT
Each member of our expert team is CPR certified and aims to provide the finest care possible at our offices in Land O' Lakes, South Tampa, and Valrico. Our informed administrative personnel is incredibly knowledgeable in health and insurance policies in order to help patients take full advantage of their benefits.
This allows patients to receive the care they need while keeping out-of-pocket expenses to a minimum. The friendly surgical coordinators at Advanced Oral Surgery of Tampa are experienced in several areas and certified to assist in the administration of IV sedation and surgery.

The Personalized Care You Deserve
Advanced Oral Surgery of Tampa is committed to providing the best care possible. We strive to focus all of our energy on patients' well-being and never rush them into making decisions. Dr. Edwards and Dr. Backeris simply provide the care you need and we will never recommend any more treatment than is absolutely necessary.
We treat our patients like family and take pride in helping them achieve excellent oral health. During an oral surgery consultation, we can answer any questions you may have and provide an estimate for your tailored treatment plan.
To learn more, schedule a consultation at our offices serving the greater Tampa, FL, area by calling:
(813) 452-6380
Our patients feel "beyond fortunate" to have found us...
Dr Jason Edwards and his team was awesome! They are professional, nice and made me feel at ease. I had tooth implant surgery on tooth #12 (which is almost to the front) and they were able to extract my tooth, do some bone grafting and insert the post all in one procedure. This reduced the entire procedure process from being 6 months long to 3 months long. I followed their post surgical care instructions and within 10 days my stitches were removed and I had no infection. Honestly, it went a lot smoother than expected and would highly recommend them.
View on GoogleI give Dr Edwards and his assistants a 10. So friendly, making sure you have no pain, answering all your questions and they check up on you once your home. This is my 2nd implant and I would recommend them 100 per cent.
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Wisdom Teeth Removal
Most people require wisdom tooth extraction at some point in their lives. Our surgeons are specialists at removing the third molars, including more complex cases and impacted teeth. A combination of anesthesia and gentle methods ensures our patients experience a comfortable extraction procedure.
IV Sedation
To help patients enjoy virtually pain-free treatment, every member of our team is trained to safely administer intravenous (IV) sedation. IV sedation acts quickly, produces a highly relaxed state, and can be adjusted throughout the procedure to ensure patients receive safe and comfortable care.
Full Mouth Reconstruction
A full mouth reconstruction is a custom-designed plan that can address multiple cosmetic and restorative issues at once. If you have several teeth that are broken, decayed, or missing, we can coordinate with your dentist to combine two or more procedures and totally reconstruct your bite and smile.
Bone Grafting
Many patients require bone grafting before they can qualify for dental implant placement or other types of oral and maxillofacial surgery. If the jawbone has become too weak, a bone graft can strengthen the jaw using your own healthy, natural bone tissue.
Tooth Transplant
Do you have a knocked out tooth? We may be able to save it through a tooth transplant. Bring the tooth with you to our office, but preserve it by keeping it moist and avoiding contact with the root. This emergency treatment is fairly unique to our practice and can help you avoid more invasive, costly procedures.
Our Complete Services
- Full Arch Implants
- Biopsy/Pathology
- Bone Grafting
- Botox and Filler
- Corrective Jaw Surgery
- Dental Implants
- Frenectomy
- Full Mouth Reconstruction
- Gingivectomy
- New Teeth in One Day
- Pre-Prosthetic Surgery
- Ridge Augmentation
- Sinus Lift
- Smile Makeover
- Surgically Facilitated Orthodontic Treatment
- Tooth Extraction
- Wisdom Tooth Removal
This place was great. They ever able to fit me in quick and easy check in. Every single person was great, easygoing and made me feel so relaxed. The oral surgeon was great and the assistants were fantastic. For something that supposed to be a horrible experience, they made it as pleasant as possible. Great convo and good music. If you have to have your surgery, might as well have it here. I wish I could give them more stars.
View on GoogleDr. Edwards was excellent! He was very knowledgeable and the surgery was very smooth, quick and painless. The ambient music was amazing! I truly enjoyed listening to James Brown while the doctor was performing the surgery! It was the most comfortable and memorable experience I have ever had at a dentist office in my life. Thank you again Dr. Edwards!
View on GoogleYou Don't Have to Live with Missing Teeth
Missing teeth not only detract from your confidence. Even just a single missing tooth negatively affects your oral and overall health. This common condition can prevent you from eating healthy foods and cause the bone tissue in your jaw to atrophy, resulting in a weaker bite and aged facial features.
Whether you already suffer from missing teeth or need to undergo restorative treatment to preserve your smile, the surgeons at Advanced Oral Surgery of Tampa can meet your needs.
To learn more, book a consultation today by calling:
(813) 452-6380
Couldn't have asked for a better wisdom tooth removal experience. Went in, went to sleep, and woke up 20 min later with almost no pain and a surprisingly cheap receipt. 5 stars
View on GoogleI got my wisdom teeth taken out today while pregnant, I was super nervous, but Dr Tom and Mykayla are so professional and did such an amazing job at making me feel comfortable.
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