About Us
Offshore Oral & Facial Surgery proudly serves the communities of San Marcos and Vista with a calm, patient-focused approach to oral surgery.
Each visit is designed to feel straightforward, with care that is tailored to the individual and focused on efficient treatment, clear communication, and predictable outcomes.
Offshore Oral & Facial Surgery
Offshore Oral & Facial Surgery builds on a long-standing presence in North County San Diego. The San Marcos office continues the foundation established by Dr. Ted Wassel, who served the community for more than 30 years. That legacy of trusted care has been carried forward by Dr. Drake Exstrom with a continued focus on patient comfort, clinical precision, and consistent outcomes.
The Vista location reflects a similar commitment to continuity and access to care. Patients visiting either office can expect a familiar approach centered on respect, efficiency, and thoughtful treatment planning.
Today, Offshore Oral & Facial Surgery serves patients across both locations with the same standard of care, combining established community roots with a modern, patient-focused approach to oral surgery.
Our Philosophy and Approach to Care
Care at Offshore Oral & Facial Surgery is guided by a simple principle: surgical treatment should feel more manageable than most people expect. Many patients come in anticipating a difficult experience and leave surprised by how efficient and comfortable the process feels.
Every decision is shaped by three core values:
Integrity in diagnosis and treatment planning
Outcome-focused care designed for long-term success
Kindness and respect for every patient
Treatment is never one-size-fits-all. Each plan is tailored to the individual, with options that reflect personal preferences, comfort levels, and medical needs. Sedation, timing, and surgical approach are all adjusted based on what is right for the patient.
A Patient Experience Designed Around Comfort
The goal is not only to provide excellent surgical results, but to change how patients experience oral surgery.
Patients often describe their visits as:
- Quicker than expected
- Easier than anticipated
- More comfortable than they imagined
The experience is designed to feel calm and straightforward from the start. Many patients notice that the process feels more relaxed and manageable than they expected.
Communication is clear and personal. Each step is explained in a way that is easy to understand, with care that reflects each patient’s concerns, background, and preferences.
Advanced Surgical Care with a Conservative Approach
We offer a full range of oral and maxillofacial procedures at both locations, including:
CBCT imaging and guided surgical systems are used to support accurate diagnosis and precise, patient-specific treatment planning.
Treatment is performed using minimally invasive techniques whenever possible to support faster healing and reduce discomfort.
Dental implants and full-arch solutions
Wisdom teeth removal
Oral surgery
Facial trauma and emergency care
TMJ Treatment
Meet Dr. Drake Exstrom
Dr. Drake Exstrom provides oral and maxillofacial surgical care with a focus on precision, efficiency, and patient comfort. His training includes experience in a high-volume Level 1 trauma environment in Oakland, where he managed complex surgical cases and developed a strong foundation in advanced surgical techniques.
His approach centers on achieving the best possible outcome while minimizing surgical impact. Care is planned carefully, and intraoperative decisions are made with recovery, comfort, and long-term healing in mind.
Learn More about DR. ExstromTwo Convenient Locations
Offshore Oral & Facial Surgery provides care at two convenient locations in North County San Diego:
San Marcos Office
A well-established location with deep roots in the community, continuing a long tradition of oral surgical care.
Vista Office
A newly expanded location designed to provide the same level of advanced care in a modern, comfortable setting.