Dr. Yost Smith grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and earned his undergraduate degree in Materials Science Engineering from the University of Illinois. Dr. Yost founded the Dental Charity Foundation and received the American College of Dentists Outstanding Student Leader Award, and was elected to membership in the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society.
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Dr. Patrick Friend was born in Fort Knox, Kentucky and raised in Fresno, California. He attended University of California at Irvine where he played water polo and graduated with degrees in both Chemistry and Biology. He went on to earn a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the University of Southern California.
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Wisdom teeth -- so-called because they tend to erupt from the gums when you're in your late teens or early 20s -- often end up impacted inside the jaw, cavity-ridden because they can be difficult to clean, and painful because they can erupt in tight spots, affecting your other teeth.
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Dr. Park grew up in Los Angeles, California. He obtained his BS degree in Biology at UCLA where his focus was on genetic engineering and molecular biology. Dr. Park subsequently conducted research studies and authored several publications in peer reviewed journals on topics of gene expression, promoter gene constructs, qualitative & quantitative reporter gene assays.
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Q&A All-On-4 Interview Series: Lois White Today we’d like to share Lois White’s All-On-4 dental implant story. Lois was a patient of Fairfax Oral Surgery receiving the ‘All-On-4’ dental implant procedure. Here’s more from Lois herself: Q: What were your chief complaints when you came to our office to discuss the All on 4 process? Did you have failing bridges or teeth? Difficulty chewing and eating regular foods? Self- conscience about your smile and/or talking? A: My chief grief was that my failing teeth would continue to cause me worry […]
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As a customer of Fairfax Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, you are aware of the importance of oral care and hygiene. The Doctors and Staff of Fairfax Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery volunteered this past weekend with the Mission of Mercy (MOM) to bring FREE dental care to low-income and disabled members of our community. Help us bring exposure to this great cause by Liking our Facebook Page and Sharing our Post covering this event as we strive to better the oral health of members in our community. About Mission Of Mercy: Nearly […]
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Wisdom Teeth Contribute To Infection, Jaw Pain and Crooked Teeth Did you know that oral surgeons recommend getting your wisdom teeth removed between the ages of 17-25?! Patients in this age group typically have good overall health and experience a faster recovery time, when compared to those over the age of 30. Early evaluation and treatment will help to ensure the best possible outcome for the patient. An oral examination and review of your x-ray by our surgeons can help determine if now is the right time to have your wisdom […]
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Dr. Frederick Liu majored in biology at Tufts University. He went on to Columbia University College of Dental Medicine where he earned a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) and graduated at the top of his class. Dr. Liu then completed a six year residency program in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania, one of the nation’s most prestigious training programs for his specialty.
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Dr. Steven Robertson attended Valparaiso University in Indiana as a scholar athlete. While obtaining his BS degree in both Biology and Chemistry, he played division one soccer and was selected numerous times as the team captain, academic all-conference, and first team all-conference.
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Dr. Cyrus Ramsey was born and raised in McLean, Virginia where he attended Langley High School. He graduated from The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. While there he played division-one rugby for three years. Dr. Ramsey received his BA in psychology from Catholic University and continued his studies at George Mason University majoring in chemistry. He founded the George Mason University Pre-Dental Society and served as President for two years. Dr. Ramsey received his DMD in 2003 from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine.
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Practicing the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from dental implant surgery and wisdom teeth removal to corrective & reconstructive jaw surgery. Fairfax Oral Surgery proudly serves Alexandria, Fairfax, Centreville, Burke, Reston, Woodbridge and the Counties of Fairfax, Prince William and Loudoun, as well as the City of Alexandria and the rest of the Northern Virginia Area.