Board-Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Ashok N. Veeranki is a highly skilled oral and maxillofacial surgeon dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. Born in Andhra Pradesh, India, he earned his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from Government Dental College, Mumbai, before moving to the United States.
He continued his education at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Dentistry, where he completed the International Dentist Program and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree. Dr. Veeranki then pursued advanced training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Connecticut in Hartford. After completing his residency, he entered private practice in 2007.
Dr. Veeranki is board-certified in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and is also certified by the National Dental Board of Anesthesiology. He was bestowed Fellow of International Board for Certifying Specialists in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, American College of Surgeons, and International College of Dentists. Very few single-degree Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons are honored fellowship to American College of Surgeons.
Expertise & Specialties
Dr. Veeranki is committed to comprehensive oral and maxillofacial care, and specializes in:
- Dental Implant Surgery – Permanent solutions for missing teeth
- Wisdom Teeth Removal – Safe and efficient extractions
- Anesthesia & Sedation – Certified expertise in pain management
- Oral Pathology & Reconstruction – Treatment of oral diseases and bone restoration
- Orthognathic Surgery – Corrective jaw procedures to enhance function and aesthetics
Dedicated to staying at the forefront of his field, Dr. Veeranki exceeds California’s continuing education requirements to ensure patients receive the most advanced surgical care available.
Leadership & Hospital Affiliations
Beyond private practice, Dr. Veeranki is actively involved in hospital leadership and has served as the Chair of Credentials Committee and the Department of Surgery at STCH. He has been very active at CALAOMS and has contributed to to Risk Management, the Nominating Committee, and the Continuing Education Committee. He was the president of California Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. Currently, he is an oral certifying examination examiner for American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. He is also a general anesthesia evaluator for the Dental Board of California.
Dr. Veeranki is certified in CPR, ACLS, and PALS. He holds hospital privileges at:
- Sutter Tracy Community Hospital – Tracy
- Memorial Medical Center – Modesto
- Doctors Medical Center – Modesto
Professional Memberships & Certifications
Dr. Veeranki is recognized by leading professional organizations, including:
- Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Diplomate, National Dental Board of Anesthesiology
- Fellow, American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Fellow, California Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Fellow, International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Fellow, American Society of Dental Anesthesiology
- Fellow, International Board for the Certification of Specialists in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Fellow, American College of Surgeons
- Fellow, International College of Dentists
Licensure & Permits
- California Dental License
- General Anesthesia Permit – California Dental Board
Beyond the Practice
Outside of performing surgery, Dr. Veeranki enjoys traveling, biking, playing table tennis, and golfing. He met his wife during dental school, and she practices as a general dentist. Together, they are blessed with a son and daughter.
