Kim K. Erickson, DMD, MD
Dentist | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
511 SW 10th Ave Suite 808 Portland OR, 97205About
Dr. Kim Erickson is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Portland, OR. Dr. Erickson specializes in the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth and jaws. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Erickson 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. Erickson 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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AnesthesiologyAmerican Board of AnesthesiologyABA- Pain Medicine
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