Dr. David Roberts

DDS  |  Oral Surgery Specialist

Oral Surgery — Frisco TX

35+ Years of Surgical Experience. Thousands of Patients. One Focus.

Dr. David Roberts is the oral surgery specialist at Tribute Family Dentistry, bringing over 35 years of surgical dental experience to patients who need wisdom teeth removed or complex extractions performed with precision, comfort, and IV sedation.

Dr. Roberts has performed these procedures on over 30,000 patients throughout his career — a depth of surgical experience that is simply not available at most general dental offices. His focus is narrow by design: wisdom teeth removal and surgical extractions, done safely and comfortably using IV moderate sedation so patients can relax through the entire procedure.

For patients at Tribute who need this level of surgical care, having Dr. Roberts available in the same practice means no referrals to unfamiliar offices, no starting over with a new provider, and no gap in the continuity of your care.

Wisdom Teeth Removal

Removal of erupted, partially erupted, and fully impacted wisdom teeth. Dr. Roberts evaluates each case individually and removes wisdom teeth with the precision and efficiency that comes from 35+ years of surgical experience. Most patients are surprised by how manageable the recovery is.

Surgical Extractions

When a tooth cannot be removed with a simple extraction — due to fracture below the gumline, severe decay, curved roots, or other complications — a surgical approach is required. Dr. Roberts handles these cases with the careful technique that protects surrounding bone and tissue and supports proper healing.

IV Moderate Sedation

Dr. Roberts administers IV moderate sedation for surgical procedures, allowing patients to remain deeply relaxed and comfortable throughout treatment without requiring a hospital setting. He is a national lecturer on IV sedation technique and dental safety — patients in his chair benefit directly from that expertise.

Dr. Roberts earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the University of Illinois Dental School in 1985 — one of the leading dental programs in the country.

Following dental school, Dr. Roberts completed a two-year dental residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio (UTHSCSA), developing his surgical and clinical skills in a rigorous hospital-based training environment.

Dr. Roberts has been practicing dentistry in the Dallas area since 1987 — longer than most of his patients have been alive. Over 30,000 patients treated. That depth of experience is simply not replicated.

Recognized with the Young Dentist of the Year award in 1990 by the Dallas County Dental Society. Served on the DCDS board of directors from 1992 to 1996.

Served as president of the North Texas Dental Society in 2005 to 2006 — a leadership role reflecting his standing and reputation among dental peers in the region.

Dr. Roberts holds Fellowship status in the American Association of Hospital Dentistry (FAAHD) — a credential recognizing expertise in the delivery of safe dental care in hospital and surgical settings.

Dr. Roberts lectures nationally on dental surgery and IV sedation technique, educating dentists across the country on safety, best practices, and surgical technique. He served for over a decade as an adjunct assistant professor at UT Health San Antonio.

Dr. Roberts co-founded the Koerner Center for Surgical Instruction — a continuing education organization that provides oral surgery training courses to dentists across the country, advancing the standard of surgical care in the profession.

About IV Sedation for Wisdom Teeth

IV moderate sedation allows patients to remain deeply relaxed — often with little or no memory of the procedure — while remaining in a state where they can respond to verbal cues. It is administered through a small IV line and takes effect within seconds, unlike oral sedation which requires a longer lead time and produces less predictable depth.

For wisdom teeth removal, IV sedation is the gold standard. It eliminates anxiety, reduces the perception of pain, and allows Dr. Roberts to work efficiently — which directly reduces procedural time and contributes to a smoother recovery.

You will need a driver to take you home after the procedure. Our team will walk you through all pre- and post-operative instructions at your consultation.

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Beyond the Office

Dr. Roberts and his wife Kristal stay busy with their four children, six dogs, and two horses. Both are lifelong, avid tennis players who find joy in enriching the lives of their family, friends, and community.

His commitment to improving both dental safety and access to care has been a consistent theme throughout his career — from his advocacy work to the founding of the Koerner Center, to his ongoing role as a national lecturer.