Dr. David O Pickett, DMD
Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryNPI: 1164664140
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Dr. David Pickett is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon with 17 years of experience serving patients in Knoxville, Tennessee. He specializes in complex surgical procedures including wisdom teeth extraction, cleft palate and cleft lip repair, and treatment of craniofacial conditions. Dr. Pickett earned his dental degree from the University of Florida and completed specialized surgical training at the University of Tennessee Medical Center, where he continues to work alongside staff at East Tennessee Children's Hospital. He is deeply committed to personalized, gentle care and believes in building genuine friendships with his patients during their treatment. Dr. Pickett is accepting new patients and uses state-of-the-art equipment to provide comprehensive surgical care for the whole family.
Specialties
- 1Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryPrimary
Surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaw, and face
Education & Training
- B.S. in Microbiology, Brigham Young University (2003)
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency, University of Tennessee Medical Center (2013)
- M.S. in Microbiology, Brigham Young University
- D.M.D., University of Florida College of Dentistry (2009)
Board Certifications
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Board Certified, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Credential: DMD
NPI registered: 04/06/2009
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- State-of-the-art equipment
Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association (ADA)
- American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS)
- Southern Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (SSOMS)
- Tennessee Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (TSOMS)
- 2nd District Dental Society
Awards & Recognition
- The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Outstanding Poster Presentation Award at the 94th Annual Meeting
- Guardian Angel Award for outstanding patient care and compassion at the University of Tennessee Medical Center
Beyond the Office
Staff at University of Tennessee Medical Center
Staff at East Tennessee Children's Hospital
Staff at Children's West Surgery Center
Staff at Parkwest Hospital
Staff at Fort Sanders Hospital
Staff at Fort Loudoun Hospital
Continues to work with residents in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at UT Medical Center
Born in Puerto Rico while his father was in dental school
Raised in Salt Lake City, Utah
Married with five children
Has a patent in rapid identification of BOTOX/botulinum toxin
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