Dr. Darren Keith Alexander DMD, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
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Dr. Darren Keith Alexander DMD

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

6284 U S HIGHWAY 98 HATTIESBURG MS, 39402
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About

Dr. Darren Alexander is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Hattiesburg and Laurel, MS. Dr. Alexander specializes in the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth and jaws. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander 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 Mississippi BS - Biology 1999

UMMC DMD 2004

Idaho State University AEGD 2007

UMMC OMFS 2018

Provider Details

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Dr. Darren Keith Alexander DMD's Expert Contributions
  • How long is a root canal procedure?

    The time it takes to complete a root canal procedure can vary depending on the location of the tooth and the complexity. I would say that around 45 minutes would be an average time to complete this type of procedure. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Dental implantsDental extractionsWisdom teeth removalManagement of facial and dental traumaManagement of TMJ disordersManagement of oral lesions

Treatments

  • Dental implant and Regenerative bone surgery for replacement of missing teeth and bone.
  • Extraction Of Teeth
  • Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology
  • Iv And Oral Sedation
  • Oral

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery  
  • American Dental Association  
  • Mississippi Dental Association  
  • South Mississippi Dental Society  

Dr. Darren Keith Alexander DMD's Practice location

6284 U S HIGHWAY 98 -
HATTIESBURG, MS 39402
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325 South 13th Ave -
Laurel, MS 39440
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