Dr. Pouya Vakilian, DMD, MD — board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon at Oaks Oral Surgery & Periodontics in Thousand Oaks, California
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

Dr. Pouya Vakilian

DMD, MD · Diplomate, American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons

A dual-degree, board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon serving the Conejo Valley. Harvard-trained, with advanced surgical residency at UT Southwestern.

About

Dr. Pouya Vakilian, DMD, MD is a dual-degree, board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. He earned his dental degree from Harvard University, where he built a strong foundation in clinical excellence. He went on to complete his medical degree and advanced surgical training at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Parkland Memorial Hospital, one of the most prestigious and rigorous oral and maxillofacial surgery programs in the country. His training spans the full scope of the specialty — from complex implant cases to facial trauma reconstruction.

His clinical focus is the surgical placement of dental implants and full-arch reconstruction, complemented by wisdom teeth surgery, TMJ care, and orthognathic (jaw) surgery. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, the gold standard credential in the specialty.

Patients value Dr. Vakilian not only for his expertise, but for his calm, approachable demeanor and his ability to clearly guide them through every step of their treatment. He is committed to creating a comfortable experience while delivering results that restore oral health, enhance confidence, and improve overall quality of life. He is also an active mentor in the dental community, leading continuing education sessions for referring dentists.

Outside the clinic

At home in the Conejo Valley.

Outside of the office, family is at the center of Dr. Vakilian’s life. He is a proud father of three boys and enjoys traveling and spending quality time with his family. He is also an avid sports fan who enjoys watching football and basketball, and staying active by playing soccer.

Dr. Pouya Vakilian with his wife and children at home in the Conejo Valley

Education

  • DMD · Harvard School of Dental Medicine
  • MD · UT Southwestern Medical Center
  • Residency · Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, UT Southwestern

Areas of focus

  • Dental implants & full-arch reconstruction
  • Wisdom teeth & complex extractions
  • Bone grafting & sinus elevation
  • TMJ evaluation & treatment
  • Orthognathic (jaw) surgery
  • Facial trauma

Certifications

  • Diplomate · American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS

Memberships

  • American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons
  • California Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons
  • American Dental Association
  • California Dental Association
Patient intake

Forms for your visit with Dr. Vakilian

After you book, we’ll email a secure link to complete the paperwork specific to your procedure — no need to fill anything out in the waiting room.

  • Health history & current medications
  • Surgical & anesthesia consent
  • HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices

Schedule with Dr. Vakilian.

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