Dr. Phillip Dana Vickers D.D.S.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
2717 Superior Dr Nw Suite B Rochester MN, 55901About
Dr. Phillip Vickers is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Rochester, MN. Dr. Vickers specializes in the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth and jaws. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Vickers 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. Vickers 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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Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
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