Oral Surgery Blog - Statesboro & Swainsboro, GA

You should have a say in how your pain is treated after surgery. The majority of patients receive an opioid medication after surgery.  While opioids have been a mainstay in post-surgical pain control, they are also at the center of an ongoing national crisis. 1 out of 15 surgical patients goes on to long-term opioid […]

All of our patients deserve quality dental care with the highest standards.  We strive to establish positive treatment experiences during an individual’s developmental years to help shape a favorable outlook towards future dental and medical care.  When choosing an oral surgeon for your child, it is essential that you select a practice that is experienced, […]

Dental implants are the best treatment option for missing teeth and more patients are taking advantage of this expanding technology.  Dental implants are able to replace one or several missing teeth.  They are gently placed into your jawbone by an oral and facial surgeon and are embedded there just like your natural teeth.  Rather than […]

As the summer approaches, many teenagers and young adults utilize their break from school to schedule a suitable time to have their wisdom teeth evaluated.  Studies show that 90% of patients will have a wisdom tooth removed in their lifetime.  Wisdom teeth do not require removal if they are able to grow into one’s mouth […]

In honor of Oral Cancer Awareness Month, East Georgia Center for Oral and Facial Surgery will be offering free oral cancer screenings on: Saturday, April 9th 9am to 12pm 613 East Grady Street, Statesboro, Screenings are simple, painless, and quick (10 minutes). We look forward to seeing you!  April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month.  Approximately 43,250 Americans will […]

On December 18, Dr. Rod Uribe and I teamed up with Dr. Rich Marz for the 3rd Annual Statesboro Dentistry From The Heart.  This tradition has become a day where East Georgia Center for Oral and Facial Surgery assists in spreading smiles throughout our great community by providing free dental care to those in need.  Our team finds it especially […]

I am very honored to be participating in the 2015 Dancing With The Statesboro Stars. Dance practice has begun and it has been very intense and grueling. My partner, Katie Walker, and I are enthusiastically preparing for the event and we are very excited to be taking the stage on October 1 at the Georgia Southern University […]

In honor of Oral Cancer Awareness Month, East Georgia Center for Oral & Facial Surgery will be offering free oral cancer screenings on each of the following Wednesdays in April: Wednesday – April 1 – Southern Pharmacy – 3 to 5pm Wednesday – April 8 – The Prescription Shop – 3 to 5pm Wednesday – April 15 – Medical Center Pharmacy – 3 […]