Meet Dr. Nakano

Dr. Nakano is a board certified oral surgeon. He graduated from the University of California San Diego with a bachelors of science and then received his D.M.D. degree from Boston University in Boston, MA. He then completed a residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Loma Linda University Medical Center and Lincoln Hospital-Cornell University. He now has a private practice at Palmdale Oral Surgery.

Dr. Nakano is a diplomate of the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, a fellow of the American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons and numerous other national dental and anesthesiology organizations.  Since 2009 Dr. Nakano has worked with the National Basketball Association Los Angeles Clippers for their in game facial and dental trauma team.  He also currently volunteers his time to numerous local and national dental clinics as well as lecturing to professional groups around the country..

He practices a full scope of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery with expertise ranging from corrective jaw surgery to wisdom tooth removal. He can also diagnose and treat facial pain, facial injuries, TMJ disorders, and performs a full range of dental implant procedures.

With his hospital based training in both surgery and anesthesia, Dr. Nakano is able to perform a variety of procedures under IV sedation and general anesthesia. He and his office team have created a calming and serene office environment to make your treatment experience less intimidating and more relaxing. 

Dr. Nakano is proud to present Palmdale Oral Surgery Group to the residents of Los Angeles County and the surrounding areas. This state of the art practice uses the latest in digital technology to improve the lives of its patients. He is committed to providing the highest quality of surgical care in a professional and caring environment for each patient.