Why AAOMS Membership Matters When Choosing an Oral Surgeon in St. Louis Park

When it comes to your oral health, choosing the right surgeon makes all the difference. Whether you need wisdom teeth removal, dental implants, corrective jaw surgery, or treatment for oral pathology, you deserve care from a surgeon who has met the highest standards of training, ethics, and continuing education. That's exactly what membership in the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) represents — and it's a distinction that both Dr. Julie Chavez and Dr. David Basi proudly hold at Northern Star Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery LLC in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.

What Is AAOMS?

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is the national professional organization representing oral and maxillofacial surgeons (OMS) across the United States. AAOMS establishes the clinical, educational, and ethical standards that define excellence in the specialty. Surgeons who are fellows or members of AAOMS have completed an accredited residency program in oral and maxillofacial surgery — typically four to six years of hospital-based surgical training beyond dental school — and commit to ongoing continuing education throughout their careers.

For patients in the Twin Cities and greater Minneapolis area, seeing an AAOMS-affiliated surgeon means you can be confident your care is being delivered by a specialist who has been rigorously trained, credentialed, and held to a national standard of excellence.

How to Find a Qualified Oral Surgeon Near You

AAOMS maintains a national searchable directory — the Find a Surgeon tool at myoms.org — that allows patients to search for AAOMS fellows and members by location, procedure, provider name, and preferred language. Whether you're searching for an oral surgeon in St. Louis Park, Minneapolis, or anywhere in the Twin Cities metro, this directory is a trusted resource for locating a qualified OMS near you.

You can search the directory by:

• Location — City, state, or ZIP code
• Distance — From 1 mile up to 100 miles from your location
• Procedure — Including wisdom teeth management, dental implant surgery, corrective jaw surgery, facial trauma, TMJ treatment, cleft lip/palate, sleep apnea, and more
• Provider name — If you've been referred to a specific surgeon
• Language — For patients who prefer care in a language other than English

Northern Star Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery LLC is listed in the AAOMS directory. You can search for Dr. Julie Chavez or Dr. David Basi to view our listing and confirm our credentials directly through the national database.

Search the AAOMS Find-a-Surgeon Directory →

Why St. Louis Park Patients Choose Northern Star OMS

Northern Star Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery LLC was founded with a specific philosophy: provide technically advanced surgical care within a personal, boutique-style practice. Conveniently located in St. Louis Park on the border of Minneapolis, our office serves patients from across the Twin Cities metro — including Minneapolis, Edina, Hopkins, Minnetonka, Golden Valley, and surrounding communities.

Dr. Julie Chavez and Dr. David Basi each bring more than 20 years of experience in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Rather than a high-volume practice where patients feel like a number, Northern Star focuses on continuity of care, direct access to your surgeon, and treatment plans tailored to your individual needs. Patients benefit from seeing the same surgeon from their first consultation through their final follow-up.

Our Oral Surgery Services

As AAOMS members, our surgeons are qualified and experienced in the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery, including:

• Dental Implants — The gold standard for replacing missing teeth, providing a natural look, feel, and function
• Wisdom Teeth Removal — Safe, comfortable extraction for teens and adults
• Bone Grafting — Rebuilding the jawbone to support implants and preserve facial structure
• Corrective Jaw Surgery (Orthognathic Surgery) — Addressing bite problems, facial asymmetry, and jaw disorders
• Oral Pathology — Early detection and treatment of oral lesions, cysts, and oral cancer
• Extractions and Dentoalveolar Surgery — Routine and complex tooth extractions
• Anesthesia Options — Including nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia for patient comfort

Schedule a Consultation at Our St. Louis Park Office

If you're looking for a trusted oral surgeon in St. Louis Park or the Minneapolis area, we welcome you to contact Northern Star Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery LLC. Our team is here to answer your questions, walk you through your treatment options, and ensure your experience is as comfortable and stress-free as possible.

You can also verify our AAOMS membership and search for our surgeons through the national directory at any time:

Find Dr. Chavez or Dr. Basi on the AAOMS Surgeon Directory →

We look forward to earning your trust and providing the exceptional care you deserve. Request an appointment today.