Summary

John P. Stella, DDS
Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
EDUCATION
Undergraduate
State University of New York at Binghampton, 1976-1980
BS: Biology
Minor: Organic Chemistry
Graduate
Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery , 1980-1984
DDS
Valedictorian
Internships
John Peter Smith Hospital (Anesthesia), 1984-1985
Residency
Parkland Memorial Hospital, 1985-1988
LICENSED:
North East Regional Board, 1984
MEMBERSHIPS IN PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
Diplomate of American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (1990)
American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association
American Academy of Cosmetic Surgeons
American Dental Society of Anesthesiology (Fellow)
Texas Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Fort Worth District Dental Society
Texas Dental Association
American Dental Association
TEACHING AND RESEARCH APPOINTMENTS:
Chairman
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
John Peter Smith Hospital, 1994 to present
Chairman
Education Committee
John Peter Smith Hospital, 1997 to 1999
Medical Peer Review Committee
John Peter Smith Hospital, 1997 to present
Member
Medical Practice Committee
John Peter Smith Hospital, 1997 to 2003
Co-Director
Fort Worth Cleft Palate Program
John Peter Smith Hospital, 1989 to present
Facial and Oral Surgery Institute (FOSI)
AAOMS Committee on Cleft Lip & Palate, 1995 to present
Adjunct Assistant Professor
Department of Dental Ecology, School of Dentistry
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, 1996 to present
Clinical Associate Professor
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, 1983 to present
AWARDS/HONORS:
Phi Beta Kappa, 1980
Omicron Kappa Upsilon, 1984
Hastings Merit Memorial Award (Periodontics), 1984
American Academy of Oral Medicine Award (Oral Pathology), 1984
New York State Society of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons Award, 1984
Dentsply International Award (Prosthodontics), 1984
Scholastic Achievement Award Alpha Omega, 1984
Alumni Award for Oral Surgery, 1984
Alumni Award for Operative Dentistry, 1984
Fort Worth District Dental Society Table Clinic (2nd Place), 1989
Royal College of Surgeons Lecture, 1995
Honorary Masters Degree from Federal University of Uberlandia,
Minas Gerais, Brazil College of Dentistry, 2003
PUBLICATIONS:
Stella, John Paul, Epker, B.N.: Relapse Patterns and Etiologies After Correction of class III
Open Bite Via Subcondylar Ramus Osteotomies. Int. J. Adult Orthodontics and Orthognathic
Surgery. Vol. 1(2) 91-99, 1986.
Stella, John Paul, Kageler, W.V., Epker, B.N.: Fiberoptic Endotracheal Intubation in Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery: Indications, Techniques, Results. J. Oral & Maxfac. Surgery. Nov 44(1)
923-925, 1986.
Stella, John Paul, Streater, M., Epker, B.N.: Predictability of Upper Lip Position Following
Maxillary Advancement Surgery. J. Oral & Maxfac. Surgery. 47: 697-703, 1989.
Stella, John Paul, Epker, B.N.: Transoral Submental Lipectomy. J. Oral & Maxfac. Surgery. 47:
795-803, 1989.
Tharanon, W., Stella, John Paul, Epker, B.N.: A Modified Superior Based Pharyngeal Flap: A
Retrospective Study. Oral Surg., Oral Med., Oral Path. 70: 256-267, 1990.
Stella, John Paul, Tharanon, W.: A Precise Radiographic Method to Determine the Location
of the Inferior Alveolar Canal in Posterior Edentulous Mandible, Part I. Int. J. OMFS. Vol. 5 (1)
15-22, 1990.
Stella, John Paul, Tharanon, W.: A Precise Radiographic Method to Determine the Location of
the Inferior Alveolar Canal in Posterior Edentulous Mandible, Part II. Int. J. OMFS. Vol. 5 (1)
23-29, 1990.
Stella, John Paul, Esthetic Evaluation of the Face for Cosmetic Surgery. Oral & Maxillofacial
Surgery Knowledge Update, Vol 1, Part II, 1995.
Stella, John Paul: Evaluation of the Face for Aesthetic Surgery. Oral and Max Surg Clinics. Vol.
8(1) 1-12, Feb 1996.
Ferrara, Eric D., Stella John Paul: Restoration of the Edentulous Maxilla: The Case for the Zygomatic
Implants. Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Vol. 62: 1418-1422, 2004.
Major Contributing Author:
Cosmetic Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery W.B. Saunders, January 1990.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 43 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 9 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Paul Stella has 9 locations

Facial And Oral Surgery Associates

1625 Saint Louis AveFort Worth, TX 76104
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Facial And Oral Surgery Associates

1001 W Mitchell StArlington, TX 76013
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Facial And Oral Surgery Associates

910 Foster LnWeatherford, TX 76086
Mon7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 12:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

John Peter Smith Hospital

1500 S Main StFort Worth, TX 76104

Medical City Arlington

3301 Matlock RdArlington, TX 76015

Medical City Weatherford

713 E Anderson StWeatherford, TX 76086

Usmd Hospital At Arlington

801 W Interstate 20Arlington, TX 76017

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Oral & Maxillofacial SurgeryDentistryDentistryDentistry
Accepts New Patients
4.7 
43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Fort Worth , TXCedar Hill , TXKeller , TXRoanoke , TX
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Paul Stella

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cook Children's Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Paul Stella has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Paul Stella has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Dental Implants
  • Dentistry
  • Impacted Wisdom Teeth
  • Jaw Defects
  • Plastic Surgery (Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery)
  • Sleep Apnea
  • TMJ Disorders
  • Tooth/Bone Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Dental Surgery, Texas, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Columbia University College Of Physicians And SurgeonsGraduated in 1983

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Dr. John Stella's office is located at 1625 Saint Louis Ave, Fort Worth, TX, 76104.
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Dr. John Stella is affiliated with John Peter Smith Hospital.

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