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Dr. Robert J Riggs DDS MD, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
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Dr. Robert J Riggs DDS MD

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

2708 Henry St Greensboro NC, 27405
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Dr. Robert Riggs is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Greensboro, NC. Dr. Riggs specializes in the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth and jaws. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Riggs 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. Riggs 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

Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1995

University of Illinois College of Medicine 1992

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 22 years of experience

Dr. Robert J Riggs DDS MD's Practice location

Practice At 2708 Henry St

2708 Henry St -
Greensboro, NC 27405
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