Services to Dental Care Providers

Biopsy Service
The Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology offers comprehensive microscopic diagnostic services to clinicians as well as consultative microscopic pathology services to hospitals and commercial pathology laboratories throughout the state of Georgia and beyond.
(706) 721-2721

Dial-A-Consultant
If you have questions about materials, procedures, or diagnoses, call our faculty. An operator will route your call to someone who can assist you.
(800) 733-1828

Continuing Education
Continuing Education courses include a variety of topics in several locations. Registration information and a schedule of courses are available from the Augusta University Division of Continuing Education.
 (706) 721-3967

Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology Services/Cone Beam CT Imaging Center
We offer the latest cutting edge 3D imaging technology using Cone beam Computed Tomography to practitioners for the assessment of the oral and maxillofacial region. Tomography is particularly useful for the evaluation of the temporomandibular joint, pre-surgical assessment of proposed dental implant sites, and as an aid in the diagnosis of pathosis. Clinicians will receive a written diagnostic report and the appropriate radiographs for all referrals.
(706) 721-2607 or (706) 721-2264

Speaker's Bureau
Faculty members are available for presentations to study clubs, district dental meetings and other professional gatherings. Contact Dr. Barry Hammond for additional information about speakers and topics.
(706) 721-3881

Clinical Center for Oral Medicine
Specialists in oral and maxillofacial radiology, pathology and oral medicine accept referrals for the diagnosis and management of oral diseases. Contact Debi Richards, scheduling coordinator, for an appointment with Dr. Ilanit Stern.
(706) 721-2607

Sterilization Monitoring Service
Through the Department of Oral Biology we offer dentists a weekly or monthly Sterilization Monitoring Service using endospores— the only test of sterilization effectiveness accepted by regulatory agencies such as O.S.H.A. and state boards.
 (706) 721-2991

Telemedicine Service
For those in areas not in close proximity to Augusta University, radiographic, clinical and microscopic consultations may be obtained through the use of the Augusta University Telemedicine Center. Peripheral sites are located throughout the state. Contact Peggy Salter for more information.
(706) 721-9500

TM Disorders
Augusta University has assembled a team of specialists to evaluate difficult TM disorder problems. Oral medicine specialists, oral surgeons, and a psychologist use a multi-disciplinary approach to address complex problems.
 (706) 721-2607