Shelby Bowman

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

Dr. Shelby Bowman is a highly skilled oral and maxillofacial surgeon with over seven years of experience. She earned her dental degree from the University of Texas San Antonio Health and Science Center and completed her medical degree and residency at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), where she also served as faculty. Dr. Bowman specializes in treating a variety of oral and maxillofacial conditions, including TMD management with Botox, joint lavage, injections, and joint replacements, as well as the removal and reconstruction of benign pathology. Her expertise also includes dentoalveolar procedures such as wisdom teeth extractions, painful tooth treatment, and dental implants, alongside corrective jaw surgery, facial trauma care, and in-office sedation.

Dr. Bowman is a proud member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) and is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care. She believes the foundation of exceptional patient care lies in empathy, mastery of surgical skill, and accessible treatment. Dedicated to continuous learning, Dr. Bowman stays at the forefront of surgical innovations to offer the highest level of care to her patients. Her services include dental extractions and implants, bone grafting for the jaw and face, Botox for myofascial pain, TMJ treatment planning and intervention (including arthrocentesis, disc plication, and joint replacements), corrective jaw surgery, benign pathology treatment and reconstruction, and comprehensive care for facial trauma. Dr. Bowman is dedicated to improving her patients’ quality of life through personalized and skilled care.

Accolades

DDS from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio
Medical Degree from the University of California

Q&A with Shelby Bowman:

What Do You Do In Your Time Off?

I enjoy taking Pilates and spin classes. I'm also learning to swim so I can compete in a triathlon within the next year or so. I love a good dinner and movie night, too. Being from Austin, my favorite theater is the Alamo Drafthouse because of its great food and themed movie nights.

What Defines Your Personality?

My personality is rooted in empathy, which drives me to connect deeply with my patients. It is equally defined by a commitment to both my craft as a doctor and my patients, where precision and care go hand in hand.

Why did you choose a career in medicine?

I have always wanted to dedicate my life to helping others live fulfilling lives. Surgery, particularly in the mouth and face, enables me to achieve this goal by restoring pain-free function in cases of tooth loss, facial trauma, TMJ issues, and more.

Charities & Causes That You Are Passionate About

I believe the foundation of a thriving society is ensuring everyone has access to basic needs, such as food, housing, and healthcare. I often volunteer or contribute to causes that support feeding or housing those in need.

Favorite Procedures or Surgeries You Like to Perform

While I enjoy performing larger surgeries such as TMJ replacements, orthognathic surgeries, and tumor resections, I also find great satisfaction in removing teeth, especially those causing patients pain. It’s incredibly rewarding!

Goals that you have either personally, professionally or both

I would like to run a triathlon within the next two years, and I am also hoping to get board certified next year.

Most influential mentor you've worked with

My first mentor in oral and maxillofacial surgery was Ed Ellis, a renowned author in the field. He taught me that it is possible to be both extremely accomplished and yet remain humble, empathetic, and accountable.