Dr. Anthony Rea, Certified Specialist in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Serving Victoria and Vancouver Island
Dr. Anthony Rea, Certified Specialist
Serving Victoria & Vancouver Island
Located on the west coast of Victoria, British Columbia, Dr. Anthony Rea’s practice has provided oral and maxillofacial surgery services to the local community for over 10 years. We work closely with referring dentists and specialists throughout Vancouver Island to ensure coordinated, high-quality care.
Our goal is to deliver safe, effective surgical treatment in a comfortable and supportive environment, helping each patient feel informed and at ease throughout their procedure.
We provide a comprehensive range of oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures, tailored to meet the needs of each patient. From routine extractions to complex surgical care, our practice is committed to delivering safe, precise treatment in a comfortable and supportive environment.
A dental implant is an artificial root made of titanium metal. It is inserted into the jawbone to replace the root of the natural tooth. An artificial replacement tooth is attached to the implant. The implant acts as an anchor to hold the replacement tooth in place.
Third molars, also known as wisdom teeth, can pose a risk to your dental alignment and/or dental health. Erupting in complicated positions, staying impacted, or due to age, oral surgeons are an option for the difficult removal of these teeth.
Our practice is dedicated exclusively to oral and maxillofacial surgery, providing specialized care for patients referred by their dentist or healthcare provider. With over a decade of experience serving the Victoria community, Dr. Anthony Rea is committed to delivering safe, precise surgical treatment with a strong emphasis on patient comfort and clear communication.
We work closely with referring dental and medical professionals throughout Victoria and Vancouver Island to ensure coordinated care and predictable outcomes. Every patient is treated with respect, compassion, and attention to detail in a calm and supportive clinical environment.
We are grateful for the trust placed in our practice by patients and referring providers across Victoria and Vancouver Island. Below are a few shared experiences from patients who received care through referral.
I was extremely anxious going into my wisdom teeth extraction, but Dr. Rea and his team immediately put me at ease. The care was thorough, the instructions were clear, and my recovery was smooth with no complications.
After a serious jaw fracture, I was referred to Dr. Rea and received exceptional care both in the office and at the hospital. His skill, attention, and professionalism made a difficult situation manageable. I’m very grateful to have been referred to him.
Patients are seen by referral from dentists and healthcare providers across Victoria and Vancouver Island.
Got questions about our dental services? We’ve answered some of the most common ones below to help you understand our treatments, appointment process, insurance options, and what to do in case of emergencies.
For your first appointment, your general dentist, specialist, or physician will refer you. Please allow up to 3-7 business days for our receptionist to contact you and set up an appointment.
You will be scheduled for one of our consultation days, which vary from Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.
If you are under the age of 19, a parent or guardian must be present.
Once in the office, a medical history will be completed and given to our receptionists to process your information. Once ready, a Ceritified Dental Assistant will take you into one of our consultation rooms to go over your medical history, and review any questions you may have. Dr. Rea will then answer any questions you have in regards to your referral or planned procedure, and will go over your treatment plan with you personally.
Once you have your treatment plan from Dr. Rea, our front desk will process your information and collect your appointment fees. If you possess third party dental insurance and have provided us with the information, we will complete the necessary paperwork for reimbursement to you.
Depending on your insurance plan, your insurance may cover a portion of your visit.
Please be aware that Dr. Rea is a certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, therefore specialist fees are applied.
For your initial appointment, we collect your consultation and x-ray fee up front. We complete the claim submission on your behalf, so that you may get a possible reimbursement for your treatment.
When your surgery is booked, we will directly bill your dental insurance on the day of treatment. In order to have your insurance pay our office directly, we require a predetermination on file. A predetermination (or pre-authorization) is a document that shows that the insurance company has received an estimate request for your treatment. Some insurance companies will respond immediately to our office, while others may send the predetermination to the patient.
Please be aware that pre-authorizations are not promises of payment. If you go to the dentist, or use your dental benefits elsewhere, this may affect the amount your insurance company pays for your treatment.
Please allow 2-7 days for our referral coordinator to process your information. Appointments require a consultation with Dr. Rea before we proceed to book treatment.
Depending on availability, your first appointment may be booked out between 2 weeks to 1 month.
Another variable in booking time is the type of treatment, which may require a certain day of the week. We will try our best to accommodate your schedule.
Every dental case is different.
Even though someone you know may have had local anaesthetic while having their wisdom teeth removed, it may be best for you to have them removed under IV sedation due to complexity of the case.
Until Dr. Rea is able to consult with you face to face in his office, he unable to make treatment considerations on your behalf.
Any procedure completed in our office is not billable to MSP. If you are not covered under extended dental benefits, any surgery cost will be your responsibility.
During your consultation with Dr. Rea, local anaesthetic and IV sedation are two options that he may go over with you. It’s important to note the differences between the two, as some people cannot undergo IV sedation and require a local anaesthetic.
Dr. Rea will be the one to make the suggestion which may be best for your personal case.
Please see our IV surgery pre-operative hand out, located here, for detailed instructions.
Certain cases do not require referrals. If you need a small amount of teeth removed, Dr. Rea will see you for a consultation and then your treatment can be booked another day.
If you require coordination with orthodontics, another dentist or specialist, we require a detailed referral from your office requesting the work needed.
