Scott C. Baird, D.M.D.  

Specializes in Pediatric and Adult Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Dr. Scott Baird has been practicing in Palo Alto for over 35 years. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and the National Dental Board of Anesthesiology. He has uniquely positioned his practice to provide comprehensive oral surgical care to both Pediatric and Adult patients. He takes great pride in providing the highest level of patient care in a comfortable and safe environment.

Dr. Baird’s surgical interests include Oral Pathology, Dentoalveolar Surgery, Bone Grafting, and Implant Reconstruction. Additionally, Dr. Baird is Co-Director of the Peninsula Institute for Advanced Dental Studies which provides continuing education opportunities to the local dental community.

Outside the office, Dr. Baird has a love for all sports, but has a particular passion for golf. He also enjoys a good hike and exploring new cuisines. 

Educational Background

• Undergraduate: BS Psychology, Santa Clara University (1984)
• Graduate: Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.), Cum Laude (1988) Washington University in St. Louis
• Post Doctoral: Residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Southern California and Los Angeles County Medical Center in accordance with the Keck School of Medicine (1991)

Board Certification:

• Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (1994)
  (Recertified in 2004, 2014, 2024)
• Diplomate, National Dental Board of Anesthesiology (2017)

Honors:

• American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Award for Outstanding Clinical Achievement During Graduate School
• Omicron Kappa Upsilon – Dental Honor Society (Top 5% of Class)

Memberships:

• Fellow, American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
• Fellow, American Dental Society of Anesthesiology
• Academy of Osseointegration

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