Our Surgical Team

Two Surgeons.
One Standard of Care.

Galleria Oral & Facial Surgery is led by Dr. Alexander V. Antipov, DDS— Diplomate of the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — and joined by Dr. André-David Kahwach, DDS, MD. Combined: 25+ years of full-scope surgical experience, five hospital privileges, and dual-degree training.

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Practice Philosophy

“My approach to oral surgery is rooted in the belief that every patient deserves exceptional care delivered with compassion and respect. I take the time to understand each patient's unique needs and concerns, creating customized treatment plans that achieve optimal outcomes.”

“Continuing education is paramount in our rapidly evolving field. I remain committed to staying at the forefront of surgical techniques and technologies, ensuring my patients benefit from the latest advancements in oral and maxillofacial surgery.”

— Dr. Alexander Antipov

Dr. Alexander V. Antipov, DDS — Founder, Galleria Oral & Facial Surgery

Diplomate · ABOMS

Dr. Alexander V. Antipov, DDS

Dr. Antipov

Founder · Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

Dr. Alexander V. Antipov, DDS

Dr. Antipov has practiced full-scope oral and maxillofacial surgery in Roseville, California since 2008. A Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, his training spans three countries and three of the most respected institutions in dentistry and medicine — Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Loma Linda University, and Moscow State Medical Stomatology University.

His practice covers the full scope of OMS — dental implants and full-arch restoration (All-on-4 / All-on-X), corrective jaw surgery, sleep apnea surgery, bone grafting, facial trauma, and facial cosmetic procedures. He holds hospital privileges at five Northern California institutions, a California General Anesthesia Permit for in-office IV sedation, and an Elective Facial Cosmetic Surgery Permit.

In 2025, Dr. Antipov founded the Smile Again Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to restorative dental care for patients who would otherwise go without.

Education

Three countries. Three of the most respected institutions in dental medicine.

  1. Master Degree

    Moscow State Medical Stomatology University

    Russian Federation. Foundational medical and dental training at one of Russia's premier stomatology institutions.

  2. Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

    Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry

    Earned his American DDS at one of California's most respected dental schools.

  3. Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Residency

    Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Yeshiva University, Department of Dentistry

    Completed OMS residency in New York — the foundation for full-scope surgical practice.

Hospital & Clinical Privileges

Surgical access at five Northern California institutions.

Sutter Roseville Medical Center

Roseville, CA

Sutter General Hospital

Sacramento, CA

Mercy General Hospital

Sacramento, CA

Mercy San Juan Medical Center

Carmichael, CA

Galleria Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Roseville, CA

Licenses & Certifications

Every permit, certification, and license verifiable on public record.

California Dental License

#50724

DEA Certificate

#FA 0689717

General Anesthesia Permit

#GA 1446

Elective Facial Cosmetic Surgery Permit

California

Continuing Education Registered Provider

#00948675

Diplomate, ABOMS

Board-Certified

Life Support Network

Active

CPR / BLS Certified

Active

Professional Memberships

Active in six national, state, and local professional associations.

National

  • American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS) — Diplomate
  • American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS)
  • American Dental Association (ADA)

State

  • California Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (CALAOMS)
  • California Dental Association (CDA)

Local

  • Sacramento District Dental Society (SDDS)

Professional Experience

Private practice, hospital systems, correctional medical care, and philanthropy.

  1. Owner, Medical Director & Oral Surgeon

    Private Practice — Roseville, California

    Founded the Roseville practice in 2008 and has personally performed every surgery since.

  2. Contracted Oral Surgeon

    Pacific Dental Services — Sacramento, California

  3. Contracted Oral Surgeon

    California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation — Folsom, California

    Providing oral surgical care in a correctional medical setting since 2009.

  4. Contracted Oral Surgeon

    Sacramento State Prison — Sacramento, California

  5. Founder & Director

    Smile Again Foundation

    Launched a nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to restorative dental care and mission-driven patient support.

Philanthropy · Est. 2025

Smile Again Foundation

In 2025, Dr. Antipov founded and now directs the Smile Again Foundation — a nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to restorative dental care for patients who would otherwise go without. The foundation focuses on mission-driven patient support and practical pathways back to oral health.

"Surgery should restore more than function. It should restore the confidence to smile again."

Advanced & Continuing Education

Selected advanced training and continuing-education courses completed over the course of practice.

Dr. André-David Kahwach, DDS, MD — Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

DDS · MD · OMS

Dr. André-David Kahwach

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

Dr. André-David Kahwach, DDS, MD

Dr. Kahwach brings a unique blend of surgical excellence, artistic vision, and global perspective to oral and maxillofacial surgery. He earned his dental degree with honors from UC San Francisco before completing his OMS training at Loma Linda University, where he also obtained his medical degree (MD) and advanced training in anesthesia.

With a passion for the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery, Dr. Kahwach is committed to delivering exceptional care across cosmetic procedures, dental implants, facial trauma, and orthognathic surgery. His approach combines precision with creativity — an influence shaped not only by his surgical training, but also by his background in painting and sculpture.

Beyond the operating room, Dr. Kahwach has traveled extensively across Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, and the Middle East, strengthening his dedication to service through medical and dental mission work.

  • DDS, University of California, San Francisco (Honors)
  • MD & OMS Residency, Loma Linda University — with advanced anesthesia training
  • Background in painting and sculpture informs surgical precision and aesthetics
  • Medical & dental mission work across Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, and the Middle East

Two Surgeons. Two Practices. One Team.

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