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Dr. Joshua Wohlgemuth, DDS, MD
Board-Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach & Westchester
Passionate About Precision, Patient Care & Community
Dr. Joshua Wohlgemuth is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon providing expert surgical care across Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, and Westchester-Los Angeles. Known for his meticulous approach and warm bedside manner, Dr. Wohlgemuth brings a unique blend of clinical excellence, research background, and genuine compassion to each patient interaction.
He specializes in dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, bone grafting, full-arch reconstruction, and sedation-based treatment, serving patients throughout the South Bay.
Education & Surgical Training
Originally from South Florida, Dr. Wohlgemuth earned his undergraduate degree from George Washington University, graduating magna cum laude with a double major in Business Administration and Chemistry.
Inspired by his father, a practicing orthodontist, Dr. Wohlgemuth went on to receive his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, where he was elected Class President and awarded multiple leadership honors.
He continued his medical and surgical training in California, earning his Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine and completing his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency at UCLA School of Dentistry, along with a year of General Surgery at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center.
Areas of Surgical Expertise
Dr. Wohlgemuth practices full-scope oral and maxillofacial surgery with advanced training in:
- Dental implant placement, including immediate implants and full-arch solutions
- Wisdom teeth removal with IV sedation or general anesthesia
- Surgical extraction of impacted or non-restorable teeth
- Bone grafting and site preservation for future implants
- Reconstructive facial surgery following trauma or disease
- L-PRF Platelet Therapy and Exparel® for regenerative healing and non-opioid pain control
- Anesthesia and pain management
Certifications
Dr. Wohlgemuth is certified in advanced sedation and emergency medical protocols:
- General Anesthesia Sedation Permit
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS
Community Involvement
Dr. Wohlgemuth is deeply committed to serving both local and global communities. His volunteer and leadership work includes:
- Care Harbor – Providing free dental care to underserved patients
- CDA Cares – Statewide dental relief program
- Thousand Smiles Foundation – Surgical care for children with cleft conditions
- Ayuda International – Volunteer faculty for global outreach
- Give Kids A Smile Day
- Columbia ASDA & Alpha Omega – Numerous leadership and service roles
Awards & Distinctions
Dr. Wohlgemuth’s commitment to clinical excellence and leadership has been recognized by multiple professional organizations:
- Clinical Observership Scholarship – Osteo Science Foundation (2020)
- Clinical Research Poster Presentation – Academy of Osseointegration (2015)
- Student Leadership Award – Columbia University (2014)
- AAOMS Dental Implant Student Award – Columbia University (2014)
- Commencement Speaker – Columbia University College of Dental Medicine (2014)
- Dean’s List – Preclinical Curriculum – Columbia University (2012)
- Magna Cum Laude – George Washington University (2009)
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Wohlgemuth is an active member of leading national and regional organizations, including:
- American Dental Association (ADA)
- California Dental Association (CDA)
- Western Los Angeles Dental Society (WLADS)
- American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS)
- California Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (CAOMS)
- American Medical Association (AMA)
- Academy of Osseointegration (AO)
- Osteo Science Foundation
- Alpha Omega International Dental Society
- Southern California Academy of Oral Pathology (Fellow)
Outside the Office
Dr. Wohlgemuth and his wife, Dr. Sinead Wohlgemuth, a pediatric dentist, are proud parents to a young daughter. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Wohlgemuth is passionate about:
- Playing piano and attending live music events
- Golf and team sports
- Exploring South Bay’s beaches and hiking trails with family and friends
He is grateful to call the South Bay home, where he blends his love for medicine, music, and community into a meaningful life and career.
Schedule With Dr. Wohlgemuth
Dr. Wohlgemuth welcomes patients at our Westchester, Redondo Beach, and Manhattan Beach locations. Whether you’re in need of dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, or facial reconstruction, you’ll receive attentive, compassionate care from a skilled surgeon who puts your comfort first.