Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are the surgical specialists of the dental profession, undergoing extensive training that begins with dental school and continues with at least four years of hospital-based surgical residency. An OMS is truly an expert in face, mouth and jaw surgery. Procedures performed by Drs. Clark, Holmes, and Smith include: Dental implants, Wisdom teeth management and extraction, Tooth extractions, TMJ and facial pain, Facial cosmetic surgery, Corrective jaw surgery, Facial injury and trauma surgery, Oral, head and neck pathology, Cleft lip/palate and craniofacial surgery, Obstructive sleep apnea, Common oral surgeries (e.g., frenectomy, expose and bond, bone grafting), and Administration of anesthesia
Clark Holmes Smith Oral Facial Surgery has an incredible team of individuals who share the goal of providing the best possible surgical care in a friendly, welcoming, and clean environment. The surgical staff are experienced certified oral and maxillofacial surgical assistants who assist in administration of IV sedation and surgery. Their backgrounds include experience in dental assisting and registered nursing. All staff are informed administrative personnel, well-versed in health and insurance policies, and all are CPR certified.
Oral and maxillofacial surgery requires up to 6 additional years of hospital based surgical and anesthesia training. As oral and maxillofacial surgeons, Dr. Holmes, Dr. Clark and Dr. Smith and Dr. Charles R, IV treat a wide variety of problems relating to the mouth, teeth and facial regions. Our surgeons practice a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise in corrective jaw surgery, wisdom tooth removal and oral pathology. They can also diagnose and treat facial pain, facial injuries and perform a full range of dental implant procedures.
Our staff is trained in assisting our surgeons with IV sedation within our office setting. Patients are continuously monitored during and after surgery. In addition, general anesthesia provided by a board-certified anesthesiologist is available within our facility.
Dr. Mark Clark graduated Pi Tau Sigma with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alabama in 1972. He then attended dental school at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry and graduated with honors in 1976. After earning his medical degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1980, he served his general surgery internship from 1980 through 1981. He completed his residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery, at which time he held the position of chief resident, in 1982.
Dr. Clark opened his private practice of oral and maxillofacial surgery in 1983 in Birmingham. He previously served as Chief of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at St. Vincents Hospital for nine years. He maintains a position of clinical assistant professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry. He serves on the board of the McCallum UAB Alumni Society. He is a Fellow and member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, a member of the American Dental Association, American Medical Association, and Southeastern Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons as well as many local organizations.
In July 2002, he and Dr. Holmes joined practices at a state-of-the-art outpatient surgery facility located in the historic Southside neighborhood of Birmingham. They have since opened other locations in downtown Trussville, Gardendale, and in the community of Inverness. In July 2019, Dr. Smith joined the practice and the trio opened a fifth location in Alexander City soon after. The group offers a wide range of treatments including extractions, orthognathic surgery, dental implants, cosmetic, and reconstructive procedures.
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Rating 4.4 out of 5 based on 144 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestJaqueline Gonzalez
a year ago
Dr. Smith was very informative and made me feel at ease, the office environment is very welcoming and friendly
Deborah Knight
a year ago
Everyone is friendly and professional.
Katie Hawkins
a year ago
I would like to thank Doctor Clark for his remarkable service he was pleasant and his staff , the procedure was over as soon as he started the Iv, flushed the line and the next thing I knew it was over, boy was I glad I didn't feel a thing he was the best. I would come again if I need to hope not. Thank you so much KHawkins.
Sarah Whitehorn
a year ago
Very friendly staff
Judy Greenwood
a year ago
I had my left wisdom teeth removed by Dr Clark and never had any swelling and very little pain. Same thing with my right wisdom teeth about a year ago. He's AMAZING!
Laura Chapman
a year ago
My experience was very pleasant. The staff is very nice and all went quickly. Dr Clark did an exceptional job .
s clark
a year ago
The staff was very friendly and helpful!! I met with Dr.Clark before my procedure. He was very nice! Overall good experience!
Maureen Petrofsky
a year ago
The staff and dr were very professional,courteous, knowledgeable, and made me feel at ease. They answered all of my questions. I maybe waited 5 minutes to be seen.
Heather Reach
2 years ago
Great experience! Was nervous about the procedure going in but it went very well! Staff was great!
Gaurav Sharma
2 years ago
Very unprofessional. Don't recommend for wisdom tooth extraction.
jyoti sharma
2 years ago
I won't recommend anyone to go to this clinic. I went for wisdom tooth extraction but my roots were left in there and only the crown was removed. They did not sutures the gums and left me in constant pain for more than a month. Prescribed me Clindamycin that can cause severe stomach problem and caused me severe diarrhea. Severe enough that I had to go to the hospital for IV. This is the worst medical experience I have had. I called their office multiple time when I was having severe diarrhea because of the drug they prescribed. They never prescribed me any anti-diarrhea med or even called back to check if I was doing okay or not. I went back multiple times ro their clinic amd requested to remove the left over roots but they never did the procedure and kept postponing.
LaShawn Tell
2 years ago
Staff and doctor were very friendly and they made my daughter's experience getting her wisdom teeth extracted smooth and easy. Being in the dental field, I was really pleased with how efficient everything flowed and my daughter is healing wonderfully. Thanks guys!
Latrisa Irby
2 years ago
All of the people that work there are very nice and professional. I truly Thank you all for all you have done.
Billy Brown
2 years ago
Went in for tooth extraction. Dr. Smith and his staff were very friendly. They did the job very well. And even called the next day to check on me. Very professional. I would recommend them to anyone.
Rita Harden
2 years ago
I needed to have two teeth extracted and I had an amazing painless experience with Dr Clark and his staff were amazing
Suzanne Loulou
2 years ago
Best experience overall
Abdul Mohammed
2 years ago
It was an amazing experience at this place. I got my wisdom tooth removed and I still cannot imagine that how quickly and easily it happened. Thank you so much for your service!!!! I really appreciate each and every one of you.
Christy Means
2 years ago
Dr. Clark was very polite, fast and efficient. I would recommend.
Brad Fuller
2 years ago
Very happy with their service
Keondra Cunningham
2 years ago
Great experience and great staff! I would definitely recommend. I was scared and they took very great care of me! 10/10 if i had the option to give it!
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