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ABOUT US

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Dr. Escobar

Dr. Victor

Escobar

DDS, PhD

Oral/Maxillofacial Surgeon

Thank you for looking into treatment through us. I am excited to meet you and to discuss how we can help you. 

 

I hold a PhD in Medical Genetics, with a specialty in cranio-facial genetics. As a geneticist, I saw many children with facial defects involving cleft lip/palate, facial and craniofacial malformations/deficiencies, and my role was to refer them for care. I wanted to be involved in their treatment rather than be a passive observer. Oral Maxillofacial surgery allows me to be directly involved in their treatment.

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A few associates and I discovered a rare disease that effected many parts of physical development including craniofacial abnormalities, now called Escobar Syndrome.

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Education:

Fellowship:       Facial Cosmetic Surgery.

                          John Peter Smith Hospital, Fort Worth, TX

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Residency:       Oral Maxillofacial Surgery

                          Albert Einstein School of Medicine, Bronx, NY

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Residency:       General Practice

                          Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY

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DDS:                 Indiana University School of Dentistry, Indianapolis, IN

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PhD:                 Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN

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Certification:   Diplomate American Board of Dental Anesthesiology

 

Professional Memberships:

 

American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons; American College of Oral Maxillofacial Surgeons; International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Illinois Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Association of Military Surgeons, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, American Society of Dental Anesthesiology, American Academy of Oral Medicine, American Dental Association, Illinois State Dental Society, Illini District Dental Society.

 

Hospital Affiliation:

OSF Heart of Mary Medical Center, Urbana, IL.

 

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Implant Center;

As a surgeon, Dr. Escobar diagnoses and both surgically and medically treats conditions, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaw, and associated regions. He performs tumor resections, extraction of teeth, dental implant procedures including “All-on-4" implant supported dentures using the most advanced proven technologies, and provides accurate diagnostic and preoperative evaluations, including consultation with other medical specialists as appropriate. He treats face and neck skin lesions and reconstructs the defects caused by resection of oral and facial skin cancer.

Escobar Syndrome

 

Rare disease with craniofacial abnormalities 

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Discovered by Dr. Escobar

Escobar Syndrome
Escobar Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by minor facial anomalies, short stature, vertebral defects, multiple joints in a fixed position (contractures), and webbing (pterygia) of the neck, inside bend of the elbows, back of the knees, armpits and fingers.

Dawn Ragona
Practice Manager
RN, BSN

For over 15 years Dawn has worked with Dr. Escobar. She is certified in ACLS, PALS, CPR, and Sedation Nursing. She keeps patients, like you, safe and comfortable throughout the procedure ensuring an exceptional experience. She enjoys being at the lake or sporting events with her husband and four kids. 

Kelly Vallowe

RDH, Oral Surgery Assistant

Kelly has been part of the team since 2009. She is a Dental Hygienist and enjoys meeting and helping our patients. She plays an important role in patient care. Kelly administers local anesthesia, provides patient education and assists Dr. Escobar in all surgical procedures in the office and in the hospital operating room. She also assists Dr. Escobar in educating our patients on dental implants, treatment plans, and computer assisted surgery. Kelly loves being part of making a change in patient’s lives. She lives in Mahomet with her two daughters.

Team

Desiree Theobald
Scheduling &
Marketing Coordinator

Desiree gets to know our clients well and helps create a great patient experience here. She handles the scheduling and checking patients in and out of the office. She also manages the marketing for Dr. Escobar.

When not in the office, she enjoys the outdoors, and spending time with family. 

Sabine Garza

Oral Surgery Assistant

Sabine strives to do the best to make patients comfortable while preparing them for surgery, during the procedure and while recovering. She is a Certified Dental Assistant who assists Dr. Escobar in surgery both in the office and in the hospital. She has training in monitoring nitrous oxide sedation. Outside work, she enjoys time with her husband and children.

Dawn Ragona
Financial
Coordinator

Dawn helps patients in navigating the process of insurance coverage and financial responsibilities to ensure the most affordable options to finance their surgical treatment. She provides a friendly atmosphere, enjoys interacting with patients, and helping to serve their needs.

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