Thomas C Whittaker DDS
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
939 E Emerald Ave Suite 501 Knoxville TN, 37917About
Dr. Thomas Whittaker is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Knoxville, TN. Dr. Whittaker specializes in the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth and jaws. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Whittaker 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. Whittaker 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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