Dr. William L Buchanan M.D., D.D.S.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
6012 W WILLIAM CANNON DR AUSTIN TX, 78749About
Dr. William Buchanan is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Austin, TX. Dr. Buchanan specializes in the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth and jaws. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Buchanan 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. Buchanan 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 Nebraska, Omaha, NB
Baylor College of Medicine 1970
University of Nebraska College of Medicine 1975
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- Member Travis County Medical Society
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