Dr. Douglas Edward Smith, DDS
OrthodonticsNPI: 1821207374
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Languages
English, Multilingual (specific languages not detailed)
About This Provider
Dr. Douglas Smith is an orthodontist in Savannah, GA, with 19 years of experience and a unique specialty in sleep medicine. He's not just trained in straightening teeth—he's board-certified in dental sleep medicine and has completed over 600 hours of specialty training to help patients with sleep apnea, TMJ disorders, and related conditions. Dr. Smith is passionate about patient comfort and treats his practice like a family, while staying on the cutting edge of care with advanced technology like laser therapy and specialized dental appliances. As a sleep apnea patient himself, he returned to practice in 2011 with a personal mission to help others with this condition. He's multilingual, supports the military community, and is currently pursuing a master's degree in orofacial pain and oral medicine.
Specialties
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaw, and face
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Education & Training
- Orthodontic training - Boston University
- MS in Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine - USC (expected 2027)
- LAHA Masters Certificate in Laser Dentistry
- Over 600 hours specialty training in Dental Sleep Medicine
- DDS - Emory University
- TMJ and Sleep Medicine Imaging Mini Residency
Board Certifications
- Board Certifications Diplomate - American Board Of Dental Sleep Medicine Academy Of Clinical Sleep Disorders Disciplines
- Diplomate - American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine
- GA Board of Dentistry Registry of Injectable Pharmacologics
- Diplomate - American Board of Craniofacial Dental Sleep Medicine
- AAFE Certified Botox and Dermal Filler Provider
- Board Eligible Orthodontist
- Diplomate - American Sleep and Breathing Academy
- Diplomate - American Board of Clinical Sleep Disorders Disciplines
- Emory University - D.d.s.Medical School, 1973
- Ortho Specialty Training - Advanced Orthodontics - Boston University1976
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 05/22/2007
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Pneumopedic appliances (DNA appliance/mRNA appliance)
- Healthy Start appliances
- Advanced Lightwire Functional (ALF) Appliance
- Laser therapy
- Dry needling
- Digital imaging for TMJ and Sleep Medicine
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Sleep Medicine
- American Association of Orthodontists
- American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
- North American Association of Facial Orthotropics
- American Academy of Craniofacial Pain
Beyond the Office
Supports veterans and military community
Collegiate scholarship athlete
As a sleep apnea patient himself, returned to practice in 2011 to treat the condition
Married to Dr. Cynthia Hucks-Smith
Has four children
Beekeeper
Plays tennis regularly
Exercises regularly
Enjoys DIY home and garden projects
Enjoys spending time with family and friends
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