Dr. Stephen W. Hiatt D.D.S.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
12277 De Paul Dr Suite 300 Bridgeton MO, 63044About
Dr. Stephen Hiatt is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Bridgeton, MO. Dr. Hiatt specializes in the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth and jaws. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Hiatt is a unique dental specialist who can provide emergency medicine, perform general surgery and give anesthesia. These medical doctors are the only type of medical care specialist who can administer anesthesia, besides anesthesiologists. Typical procedures performed by Dr. Hiatt are tooth extractions, especially wisdom teeth, corrective jaw surgery, cleft palate surgery and reconstructive surgery after an injury. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons can also perform dental work including placing dental implants. These surgeons might also deal with conditions of sleep apnea, oral cancers and more.
Education and Training
University of Aberdeen School of Medicine and Dentistry 1983
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