Boris Gefon DDS, MD
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
1918 AVENUE U BROOKLYN NY, 11229About
Dr. Boris Gefon is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in BROOKLYN, NY. Dr. Gefon specializes in the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth and jaws. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Gefon 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. Gefon 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
Albert Einstein College of Medicine M.D.
SUNY Stony Brook School Of Dental Medicine D.D.S. 2010
Hunter College of The City University of New York B.A. in Psychology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Periodontal Maintenance
- Root canals and tooth extractions
- Sedation Dentistry
Professional Memberships
- Professional Member American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Professional Member New York State Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Professional Member American Dental Association
Boris Gefon DDS, MD's Practice location
South Ozone Park, NY 11420Get Direction
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