Meet Our Team
At Elevated Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, our dedicated team of oral surgery professionals in San Diego is committed to delivering exceptional care with a gentle touch . From the moment you enter our Carmel Valley practice , you’ll be greeted by a warm, welcoming team who will guide you through every stage of your oral surgery journey . We’re here to provide support, clear communication, and comfort so you can enjoy a positive and stress-free experience throughout your treatment .
Dr. James H. MacDowell, DDS
Dr. James MacDowell is a board-certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon providing comprehensive oral surgery services , including dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, facial trauma reconstruction, and cosmetic jaw surgery. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. MacDowell is known for blending cutting-edge surgical technology with exceptional safety standards and personalized care in a custom-designed, patient-centered environment.
Dr. MacDowell is a proud alumnus of the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), graduating in 1997, and earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the prestigious University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). He completed two National Institute of Health Fellowships and an Advanced Education in Dentistry Residency with full surgical privileges.
His extensive training continued through the United States Navy Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency at Naval Medical Center San Diego , where he also completed a General Surgery Internship. Over a 6-year period, Dr. MacDowell mastered advanced surgical techniques in areas like dental implants, facial reconstruction, trauma surgery, and general anesthesia.
During his active duty, Dr. MacDowell served as Department Head of Dental Clinics and the Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Department, while also mentoring new surgeons as a residency faculty member.
After performing thousands of surgeries—from tooth extractions to complex facial reconstruction for trauma and congenital conditions—Dr. MacDowell established his private practice Elevated Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery to continue delivering top-tier care to the San Diego community. He is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas .
Dr. MacDowell has contributed to oral surgery research and is a published textbook author. He actively gives back to the community by offering free oral surgery for homeless veterans.
Outside of surgery, Dr. MacDowell enjoys sailing, travel, music, racing, and hiking.
Education
University of California, Los Angeles – BS in Biochemistry University of California, San Francisco – Doctorate in Dental Surgery – Two National Institute of Health Fellowships in Oral Surgery Naval Medical Center, San Diego – Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency – General Surgery InternshipCredentials
- Board Certified, Diplomate of American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Medical General Anesthesia Permit
- Fellow, American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Fellow, American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- American and California Dental Societies of Anesthesiology
- American and California Dental Associations
- San Diego County Dental Society
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