Specialized reconstructive and restorative prosthodontic care for patients throughout South Florida — from Miami-Dade to Palm Beach County. Dr. Nicholas Goetz is one of approximately 150 board-certified maxillofacial prosthodontists in the United States, bringing UCLA fellowship training to his Delray Beach practice.
There are approximately 150 board-certified maxillofacial prosthodontists practicing in the entire United States. South Florida — one of the most densely populated regions in the country — has very few. Dr. Nicholas Goetz is one of them, and his practice is located in Delray Beach, serving patients throughout Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties.
Maxillofacial prosthodontics is a specialty that extends well beyond conventional dentistry. It encompasses the rehabilitation of patients who have lost teeth, bone, and soft tissue due to cancer, trauma, congenital conditions, or surgical intervention — restoring not just dental function, but the structure and appearance of the entire face. Dr. Goetz’s full range of prosthodontic treatments serves patients from routine implants and cosmetic work to the most complex reconstructive cases in South Florida.
A maxillofacial prosthodontist completes dental school, a 3-year prosthodontic residency, and an additional fellowship in maxillofacial prosthodontics — one of the most advanced training pathways in all of dentistry. The specialty covers facial prosthetics, obturators, post-surgical cancer rehabilitation, and implant reconstruction for patients with conditions that go far beyond routine restorative work.
| Training Level | General Dentist | Prosthodontist | Maxillofacial Prosthodontist |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years post-dental school | 0 | 3 | 4+ |
| Implant prosthodontics | Limited | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cancer rehabilitation | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Facial prosthetics | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| US practitioners | ~200,000 | ~3,600 | ~150 |
Dr. Goetz’s Delray Beach practice serves patients from across South Florida — including Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and beyond. Every service available to local Delray Beach patients is available to those traveling from further afield.
Patients throughout South Florida who have undergone surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy for oral, head, or neck cancers require specialist-level prosthetic rehabilitation. Dr. Goetz works closely with oncology teams to design and deliver custom prostheses that restore speech, chewing, and facial appearance. Physician and oncologist referrals are welcome from practices throughout the region.
For South Florida patients who have lost all or most of their teeth, full arch implant reconstruction — including All-on-4 and All-on-X — replaces an entire arch with a fixed, implant-supported bridge. Dr. Goetz’s maxillofacial fellowship training makes him uniquely qualified to handle the most complex full arch cases, including those with significant bone loss or prior failed treatment.
Patients who have lost facial structures — including orbital, auricular, or nasal features — or who require palatal obturators following cancer surgery or trauma, require a maxillofacial prosthodontist. This is the only specialty trained to design, fabricate, and fit these prostheses, and Dr. Goetz is one of the very few practitioners in South Florida with this capability.
South Florida patients seeking veneers, smile makeovers, porcelain crowns, or dental implants benefit from the same maxillofacial prosthodontic training applied to complex reconstructive cases. The precision, planning, and attention to bite function that defines Dr. Goetz’s reconstructive work makes every restorative case at Ocean Breeze more predictable and longer-lasting.
Dr. Nicholas Goetz completed his dental degree, master’s degree, and prosthodontic residency at the University of Florida, then pursued his Maxillofacial Prosthodontics Fellowship at UCLA — one of the premier programs in the country for this specialty. Before entering private practice in Delray Beach, he served as a civilian maxillofacial prosthodontist with the U.S. Army and VA Medical Hospital, treating veterans and active-duty personnel with some of the most complex reconstructive cases seen in any clinical setting.
That background — UF, UCLA, U.S. Army/VA — places Dr. Goetz in a different category from the general prosthodontists and cosmetic dentists patients typically encounter in South Florida. For patients traveling from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, or elsewhere in the region, the drive to Delray Beach brings access to a level of specialist care that is genuinely rare in this part of the country.
Dr. Goetz accepts physician and oncologist referrals from practices throughout South Florida for complex maxillofacial prosthodontic cases. Self-referrals for routine and elective prosthodontic work are also welcome — no referral needed for implants, cosmetic dentistry, or restorative care.
Serving patients throughout Palm Beach County, Broward County, Miami-Dade County, and the greater South Florida region.
The credential is genuinely rare. South Florida’s population of several million is served by very few maxillofacial prosthodontists. For patients with complex needs, this is one of the closest practices with this level of specialist expertise.
A training background that is difficult to match anywhere in Florida — UF dental school, prosthodontic residency, maxillofacial fellowship at UCLA, then clinical experience with U.S. Army and VA patients before entering private practice.
Delray Beach is centrally located in Palm Beach County, easily accessible from Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami. Patients travel from throughout South Florida for specialist care that simply isn’t available closer to home.
Oncologists, ENT surgeons, oral surgeons, and other physicians throughout South Florida can refer patients directly to Dr. Goetz for maxillofacial prosthodontic rehabilitation. Call our Delray Beach office or submit a referral inquiry through our contact page.
We believe financial concerns shouldn’t keep you from treatment that can change your daily life. Ocean Breeze Prosthodontics offers flexible financing options so the path to a complete smile feels manageable from the very first visit.
While we are not in-network with insurance companies, we’ll still help you get the most out of your plan. We file claims on your behalf and assist you in securing any reimbursement your PPO plan allows.
Our gallery showcases full arch reconstructions, implant-supported restorations, and comprehensive smile makeovers — cases that reflect the breadth of Dr. Goetz’s training. View our smile gallery to see the outcomes.
There are approximately 150 board-certified maxillofacial prosthodontists in the US. South Florida has very few. Dr. Goetz at Ocean Breeze Prosthodontics in Delray Beach is one of the most accessible specialists for patients throughout Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties.
Many patients travel 30–60 minutes or more from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach for specialist care that isn’t available closer to home. Delray Beach is easily accessible via I-95 from throughout South Florida. For complex cases — cancer rehabilitation, full arch implants, facial prosthetics — the distance is a minor consideration relative to finding the right specialist.
No referral is needed for implants, cosmetic dentistry, or restorative prosthodontic care — patients can call or book directly. For complex maxillofacial cases involving cancer rehabilitation, facial prosthetics, or post-surgical reconstruction, physician referrals are welcome and encouraged. Dr. Goetz works closely with oncology and surgical teams throughout South Florida.
Timing depends on your treatment type and healing progress. For post-surgical cancer patients, Dr. Goetz coordinates with your oncology team to determine the optimal window for prosthetic rehabilitation. For elective implant or cosmetic cases, consultations are available without a wait — call our Delray Beach office to schedule.
Coverage depends on your plan and the nature of treatment. Reconstructive procedures related to cancer surgery or trauma may have both dental and medical insurance coverage pathways. We are not in-network but file claims on your behalf and offer flexible financing options. Our team reviews your coverage and all payment options at your consultation.
Whether you’ve been referred by a physician or are seeking specialist care on your own, contact our Delray Beach office to schedule a consultation with Dr. Goetz. Serving patients throughout Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties.
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