Richard P. Salas, DDS, MD

Oral Surgeon in Randolph, NJ

Dr. Salas is a board-certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon committed to providing outstanding patient care.

Originally from Malibu, California, Dr. Salas moved to the East Coast to complete his undergraduate studies at Cornell University on a full academic scholarship. He then earned his D.D.S. from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), where he served as Class President. Following this, he completed his residency in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell, concurrently earning his M.D.

His extensive training included a year in general surgery and rotations in trauma surgery, plastic/reconstructive surgery, and anesthesiology. During his residency at Cornell, Dr. Salas received comprehensive instruction in full-scope oral & maxillofacial surgery, with a focus on orthognathics, craniofacial surgery, and advanced dental implantology.

Dr. Salas is passionate about building strong, trusting relationships with his patients. He believes in educating patients so they feel empowered to make informed decisions about their care. Understanding that visiting an oral surgeon can be a stressful experience, Dr. Salas takes great pride in his ability to calm his patients with his reassuring and compassionate demeanor. He looks forward to providing the same level of comfort to your patients as they undergo treatment.