David Allen Anderson DDS
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
2305 E 52nd St Suite 1 Davenport IA, 52807About
Dr. David Anderson is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Davenport, IA. Dr. Anderson specializes in the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth and jaws. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Anderson 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. Anderson 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.
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University of Illinois College of Medicine
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