Tim Betita DDS, MD - Dana Point, CA
BOARD CERTIFIED ORAL AND FACIAL SURGEON IN SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY, CA
Tim Betita DDS, MD
Dr. Betita earned his DDS degree from University of the Pacific in San Francisco. He was the recipient of the Pacific Distinction Award in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery for his graduating class. Upon graduating with honors at the top of his class he was given scholarships and advanced standing at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio where he received his MD degree.
During his 6-year oral and maxillofacial surgery residency, Dr. Betita received the highest level of training in oral surgery with an emphasis on full-arch dental implants, facial reconstruction, jaw surgery and the entire spectrum of TMJ procedures from conservative therapies to full joint replacements. He has specialized training and experience in pediatric anesthesia, adult anesthesia and geriatric anesthesia.
In his current practice, Dr. Betita takes great pride in changing lives with a smile. He has expertise in full-arch dental implant smile designs and is able to give patients a second chance at life. He is thrilled to guide patients through this very special and personal process. Dr. Betita has a robust TMJ practice. He has a passion to care for patients with TMJ disorders and strives to alleviate TMJ ailments in his practice.
One of Dr. Betita’s strongest qualities is his desire to serve. In 2009, he founded and currently directs a nonprofit organization called Pillars Foundation with the mission to bring dental services, medical services and education to communities throughout the world. He has led many missions to various countries in Latin America and changed the lives of thousands of women, children and infants. The procedures performed range from oral hygiene and instruction to corrective jaw surgeries and cleft lip and palate surgeries.
Dr. Betita is married to his wonderful wife, Emily. They have 4 beautiful children who keep them very busy with activities. His family enjoys playing sports together and being active in the community. The Betita’s love adventuring in nature and meeting new friends.
Dr. Betita is the Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Pillars Foundation, Inc.
Expert Specialist
- Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
- Full-Arch All-on-4 Dental Implants and Restorations
- Single-Tooth Dental Implants
- Soft Tissue and Bone Grafting
- IV Sedation and General Anesthesia
- TMJ and Jaw Surgery
Education
-University of Texas Health Science Center- San Antonio
-Medical Doctor (MD)
-Chief of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
-Anesthesiology and General Surgery University of the Pacific School of Dentistry San Francisco
-Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
-Tau Kappa Omicron Dental Honor Society
-Pacific Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Award
Education
-University of Texas Health Science Center- San Antonio
-Medical Doctor (MD)
-Chief of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
-Anesthesiology and General Surgery University of the Pacific School of Dentistry San Francisco
-Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
-Tau Kappa Omicron Dental Honor Society
-Pacific Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Award
Advanced Certification
-Fellow of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
-Medical Board of California License
-Dental Board of California License
-Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
-Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
-Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
Advanced Certification
-Fellow of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
-Medical Board of California License
-Dental Board of California License
-Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
-Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
-Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
Volunteer Services
During dental school, Dr. Betita founded and is the past President and current Chief Medical Officer of Pillars Foundation. Based out of California, the organization is designed to bring medical and dental care to poor communities both domestic and abroad. Dr. Betita has used Pillars Foundation to lead several medical and dental excursions to various remote areas of the world where there is little to no access to healthcare.
- Healing the Children: Colombia Cleft Lip & Palate Mission
- Cuzco Peru Dental Mission
- Charity Anywhere Galapagos Islands Ecuador Mission
Volunteer Services
During dental school, Dr. Betita founded and is the past President and current Chief Medical Officer of Pillars Foundation. Based out of California, the organization is designed to bring medical and dental care to poor communities both domestic and abroad. Dr. Betita has used Pillars Foundation to lead several medical and dental excursions to various remote areas of the world where there is little to no access to healthcare.
- Healing the Children: Colombia Cleft Lip & Palate Mission
- Cuzco Peru Dental Mission
- Charity Anywhere Galapagos Islands Ecuador Mission