Dr. Edward Charles Massett DDS
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
2334 Gause Blvd East Slidell LA, 70461About
Dr. Edward Massett is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Slidell, LA. Dr. Massett specializes in the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth and jaws. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Massett 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. Massett 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
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine 1970
CHARITY HOSP OF LOUISIANA 1973
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Nathan Rias Brown M.D., D.M.D.1271 Seventh Street Slidell LA 70458
- Dr. Craig J Brandner DDS2364 Gause Blvd E Slidell LA 70461
- Dr. Russell L Westfall D.D.S.1271 7th St Slidell LA 70458
- Dr. Christopher Bradley Dickerson DDS2334 Gause Blvd. E Slidell LA 70461