Atlanta Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Implant Center

Christian A. Loetscher, DDS, MS

Dr. Loetscher has been practicing in the metro Atlanta area for over 30 years. In those years, he has developed a reputation as one of the top Oral and maxillofacial Surgeons in the Southeast. He specializes in three areas of expertise: dental implant surgery, wisdom teeth removal, and orthognathic surgery. Dr. Loetscher and his team have developed a very reputable Oral Surgery Practice and Dental Implant Center. Dr. Loetscher’s reputation for surgical skill and quality of care has allowed our practice to become one of the most reputable oral surgery practices in the southeast. Our patients have grown to understand the value and wonderful experience we provide. This is a result of our team’s hard work, dedication to advancing our education, and always seeking improvement. We specialize in 3 areas: placement of dental implants removal of wisdom teeth corrective jaw surgery (Orthognathic Surgery) Dr. Loetscher attended the prestigious Oral and maxillofacial Surgery training program at Ohio State University and obtained a Master’s degree in Bone Grafting. The Ohio State program has excelled for years in its training in Dental Implantology, orthognathic surgery, and Anesthesia. Dr. Loetscher lectures locally and nationally on topics such as dental implants and orthognathic surgery. He is considered an expert in these fields and is well-published in these areas as well. Our team regularly attends regional and national meetings to stay up-to-date on the latest and safest techniques. Dr. Loetscher’s surgical staff has been with him for years and has unsurpassed experience in simple and complex oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures. We have built a facility with advanced and fully equipped surgical suites. This allows us to practice the full scope of our specialty in a safe, clean, and cost-efficient environment. Our on-site dental lab provides us with elite capability with dental implant reconstruction. Dr. Loetscher currently resides in Alpharetta, GA, with his wife, Allison, and two daughters, Suzy and Penny!

Education: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery training program at the Ohio State University

Certifications: Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery , Fellow in Anesthesiology, by the American Society of Dental Anesthesiology

Stanford R. Plavin, MD

Dr. Plavin is a Board-Certified anesthesiologist, he is highly trained in providing quality, safety, and service to our patients. He will do everything possible to make sure our patients are comfortable during their procedure and ensuring these values is our commitment to you. Dr. Stan Plavin is the owner & leader of Oral Surgery Anesthesia Associates. He has performed anesthesia for our complex surgery cases for many years. Dr. Plavin has two children, resides in Atlanta and is active in organized medicine and anesthesiology on a local, state, and national level. He enjoys quality time with his family, children, sports, travel, and music.

Education: Residency in Anesthesiology: Emory University Affiliated Hospitals, Atlanta, GA , MD: University of Vermont College Of Medicine,Burlington, VT , McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Certifications: American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists — Affiliate , American Society of Anesthesiologists , International Anesthesia Research Society , Society for Ambulatory Anesthesia , ASCA Board Member

Paul Cho

Dr. Paul Cho was born and raised in New York City. He earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Boston University School of Dental Medicine, graduating summa cum laude at the top of his class. He then completed his residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. During his training, Dr. Cho also earned his medical degree from the UNC School of Medicine and completed a general surgery internship. His residency provided comprehensive experience in all areas of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, with particular emphasis on corrective jaw surgery, dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, and the treatment of jaw tumors, cysts, and facial trauma.

Education: UNC School of Medicine , Boston University School of Dental Medicine , University of North Carolina

Julia Price

Dr. Julia Price is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial pathologist practicing in the metro Atlanta area. She is known for her meticulous diagnostic approach, collaborative patient care, and dedication to advancing education in oral pathology. Dr. Price provides expert clinical and microscopic evaluations of oral diseases, including mucosal disorders, odontogenic tumors, and head and neck pathology. Over the course of her training and professional experience, Dr. Price has earned a reputation for her attention to detail, clinical precision, and patient-centered communication – quantities that have made her a trusted resource among dentists, surgeons, and medical professionals alike.

Education: Northwell Health – Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New York , University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry , Oregon Health and Sciences University