Meet
Dr. Gilbert
With decades of experience and his passion for combining science, art, and compassionate care, Dr. David Gilbert offers each patient access to life-changing surgical procedures.
About Dr. Gilbert
Dr. Gilbert harbors a lifelong passion for science and engineering. He first took interest in surgery after he began clinical research in an animal lab. He then discovered oral and maxillofacial surgery and found that the intersection of dentistry, medicine, and surgery was his life’s calling. While he initially wanted to stay in academia, he eventually purchased Inland Institute Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2000 and began building a full-scope practice that diligently and compassionately serves the surrounding community.
When opening his practice, Dr. Gilbert wanted to foster an environment that prioritized providing the ultimate patient experience and delivered superior surgical outcomes, all served through excellent patient care. Dr. Gilbert also teaches other doctors to equip them with the knowledge they need to be successful doctors, committed to providing the same exceptional results he delivers with pride.
Education & Residency
As a talented and expert surgeon, Dr. Gilbert has an impressive academic background that gave him a strong foundation to be a leader in his field. He completed both his Master of Science degree and Doctor of Dental Science degree at Loma Linda University. He also completed his residency at the university’s medical center. Because he knew he wanted to open his own practice, Dr. Gilbert attended the University of Redlands, School of Business where he completed his Master of Business Administration.
Memberships & Certifications
Dr. Gilbert is triple board-certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, the National Dental Board of Anesthesiology, and the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery. He is also a member of the following organizations:
- Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Diplomate, American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery
- Diplomate, National Dental Board of Anesthesiology
- Fellow, American College of Surgeons
- Fellow, American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Fellow, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
- Fellow, American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- The California and American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Tri-County Dental Society
- The California and American Dental Association
- American Dental Society of Anesthesiology
- The Academy of Osseointegration
Dr. Gilbert has been recognized for his outstanding work and boasts the following accolades:
- The American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, 1995 Horace Wells Award
- The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 1995 Award
- America's Top Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons by the Consumers Research Council of America
- The Best in Los Angeles Medicine by TopDoc Los Angeles
- America's Top Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons by the Consumers Research Council of America
In addition to his accomplishments, Dr. Gilbert is an esteemed member of many organizations. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery, the National Dental Board of Anesthesiology. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the director of the Mount Baldy Study Club.
Outside the Office
Outside of the office, Dr. Gilbert enjoys spending time in nature or doing MMA with his son to stay active. He also enjoys traveling with his family and discovering new places.
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