Wisdom teeth typically erupt in your late teens or early twenties, but early intervention often in high school age patients, before eruption, usually is the best time to have the wisdom teeth evaluated and possibly removed. A general dentist or orthodontic specialist will most likely refer their patients to an Oral Surgeon for a consultation to determine if they’re ready to have their wisdom teeth removed before any of the following situations occur:
1. Chronic or Recurring gum infections
2. Pain due to biting against the gum tissue of partially erupted wisdom teeth
3. Risk of decay & periodontal disease
4. Bad breath associated with wisdom teeth (They’re hard to keep clean)
5. Pain & damage to adjacent teeth
6. Cyst formation and possible damage to the jawbone
7. Cardiovascular damage from chronic inflammation
8. Potential crowding of front teeth or a disruption of second molar eruption
Dr. Bryan Johnson, at Oral & Facial Surgeons of Michigan, is a Board Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon who specializes in the removal of wisdom teeth, placing dental implants and other procedures related to your oral health. Dr. Johnson joined Oral & Facial Surgeons of Michigan in August of 2003 and has a proven track record of providing excellent care to his patients.
(Dr. Bryan Johnson)
Dr. Johnson is a graduate of Michigan State University. He completed his doctorate at the University of Michigan Dental School and completed a general practice residency at Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago. Dr. Johnson also completed his oral and maxillofacial surgical residency at Henry Ford Hospital. His main surgical interests include the removal of wisdom teeth, placing dental implants, sinus lifts, and facial reconstruction.
He belongs to various professional organizations, such as:
• American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
• Michigan Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
• Detroit Academy of Oral Surgery
• American Dental Association
• Michigan Dental Association
• Christian Medical and Dental Association
Dr. Johnson is also an Outpatient Anesthesia Office Evaluator for the MSOMS. Currently, Dr. Johnson is a staff surgeon at McLaren Oakland Hospital. He is certified in Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support. He is board certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.
Dr. Johnson is originally from Michigan. He and his wife, Dr. Reba Johnson (Advanced Allergy & Asthma), have made Clarkston their home for 15 years. They’re very active in the community. The Johnson’s have sponsored multiple CHS Teams, CHS Theater Department, Parks & Recreation Events, and have generously contributed to multiple fundraisers for local charities.
If you or your child need an Oral Surgeon, have confidence you have the best in our hometown!
248-625-6252
5885 South Main Street
Clarkston, MI
*Other surgeons available in our Brighton, Hartland and Waterford locations.
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