Dr. Darren Keith Alexander DMD
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
6284 U S HIGHWAY 98 HATTIESBURG MS, 39402About
Dr. Darren Alexander is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Hattiesburg and Laurel, MS. Dr. Alexander specializes in the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth and jaws. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander 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 Mississippi BS - Biology 1999
UMMC DMD 2004
Idaho State University AEGD 2007
UMMC OMFS 2018
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Dr. Darren Keith Alexander DMD's Expert Contributions
How long is a root canal procedure?
The time it takes to complete a root canal procedure can vary depending on the location of the tooth and the complexity. I would say that around 45 minutes would be an average time to complete this type of procedure. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Treatments
- Dental implant and Regenerative bone surgery for replacement of missing teeth and bone.
- Extraction Of Teeth
- Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology
- Iv And Oral Sedation
- Oral
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- American Dental Association
- Mississippi Dental Association
- South Mississippi Dental Society
Dr. Darren Keith Alexander DMD's Practice location
HATTIESBURG, MS 39402Get Direction
Laurel, MS 39440Get Direction
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