Dr. Eric Kim M.D., D.D.S.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
12372 Euclid St Garden Grove CA, 92840About
Dr. Eric Kim is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Garden Grove, CA. Dr. Kim specializes in the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth and jaws. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Kim 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. Kim 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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