Oral and maxillofacial surgeons handle procedures that go beyond what a general dentist performs: wisdom tooth extraction, dental implant placement, corrective jaw surgery, facial trauma repair, and biopsies for oral pathology. These surgeons complete four to six years of hospital-based residency training after dental school, including rotations in internal medicine, general surgery, and anesthesiology. Middle Georgia has a small number of dedicated oral surgery practices, concentrated in Macon and Warner Robins. Most patients arrive by referral from their general dentist or orthodontist. The five practices below were verified through their own business websites and are currently active.
1. Macon Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — Macon
Led by Dr. W. Rob McCormack, a native Georgian and graduate of the Medical College of Georgia School of Dental Medicine, Macon OMS provides a full scope of oral surgery. The practice serves patients from Macon, Warner Robins, Gray, Byron, Forsyth, Milledgeville, Perry, Barnesville, Roberta, Monticello, and Gordon.
Services: Wisdom teeth removal, dental implants, corrective jaw surgery, facial trauma, bone grafting, oral pathology
Address: 2060 Bowman Pk, Macon, GA
Phone: (478) 471-9779
Website: https://www.maconoms.com
2. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Center — Warner Robins
Dr. Vincent M. Carey is board certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and serves as an evaluator of offices for sedation permits for the state of Georgia. Born and raised in Macon, he earned his DMD from the Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at Columbia University/Harlem Hospital in New York City. The practice at 700 Professional Drive in Warner Robins provides dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, corrective jaw surgery, and outpatient anesthesia.
Services: Dental implants, wisdom teeth, corrective jaw surgery, outpatient anesthesia, facial trauma
Address: 700 Professional Dr, Warner Robins, GA
Phone: (478) 333-2336
Website: https://www.drvincentcarey.com
3. Central Georgia Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — Macon
Located at 740 1st Street in Macon, Central Georgia Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery has won multiple “Best of Middle Georgia” awards, including Gold in 2023 for Best Oral Surgeon and Best Surgery Center.
Services: Oral surgery, dental implants, wisdom teeth, facial surgery
Address: 740 1st St, Macon, GA
Phone: (478) 745-0200
4. Macon Periodontics & Implant Dentistry — Macon
Dr. William V. Argo Jr., DMD, provides periodontal and implant services at 6076 Lakeside Commons Drive in Macon. While technically a periodontist rather than an oral surgeon, Dr. Argo performs dental implant placement and bone grafting procedures that overlap with oral surgery scope. Won “Best of Middle Georgia” Bronze 2025 for Best Oral Surgeon.
Services: Dental implants, periodontal surgery, bone grafting, gum disease treatment
Address: 6076 Lakeside Commons Dr, Macon, GA
Phone: (478) 742-4254
5. Davis Dental Care (Oral Surgery Services) — Warner Robins / Macon
Dr. Ryan Davis, DMD, opened his Warner Robins practice in 2012 and Macon office in 2019. He completed a General Practice Residency at the Medical College of Georgia that included training in dental surgery, dental implant placement, and IV sedation. While a general dentist, he offers oral surgery services including extractions and implants for patients who prefer to have procedures done by their regular dentist.
Services: Extractions, dental implants, IV sedation, oral surgery, general dentistry
Locations: 120 Ryan Davis Ct, Bonaire, GA 31005; 606 Spring St, Macon, GA 31201
Phone: Bonaire (478) 922-5882; Macon (478) 746-4578
Website: https://www.davisdentalcarega.com
FAQ
How long is recovery after wisdom tooth extraction?
Most patients return to normal activities within three to five days, though full healing of the extraction site takes several weeks. Swelling peaks around 48 to 72 hours. You will be on a soft food diet for the first few days. Follow your surgeon’s post-operative instructions carefully to avoid dry socket, which is the most common complication.
Are dental implants done by an oral surgeon or a dentist?
Both can place dental implants, but the training differs. Oral surgeons have the most extensive surgical training for complex cases, especially those requiring bone grafting, sinus lifts, or full-arch reconstruction. Periodontists also place implants. Some general dentists with additional training place implants for straightforward cases. For complex cases, an oral surgeon is the safest choice.
Will I be awake during oral surgery?
It depends on the procedure and your preference. Options range from local anesthesia (you are awake but numb), to IV sedation (you are sedated and typically do not remember the procedure), to general anesthesia (you are completely asleep). Oral surgeons are trained to administer all levels of anesthesia in their offices. Discuss your comfort level and the complexity of your procedure with your surgeon to determine the right option.