Thomas B Padgett DMD
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
5921 Harbour Ln Midlothian VA, 23112About
Dr. Thomas Padgett is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Midlothian, VA. Dr. Padgett specializes in the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth and jaws. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Padgett 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. Padgett 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 Louisville School of Medicine 1985
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Dr. Jeffrey E. Cyr D.D.S.5942 Harbour Park Dr Midlothian VA 23112
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