Where Patient Care Comes First
Providing Oral Surgery To Tennessee From Our Offices In Knoxville And Maryville
Our Mission
Our mission is to help patients live healthier lives. We provide a caring, nurturing environment where your comfort and health is of primary importance.
Where Patient Care Comes First
At Shanks Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, we are dedicated to helping you achieve a healthier life. Whether you seek to restore your smile or want gentle care for your child, our family-owned practice is committed to a nurturing environment where your comfort comes first—even during oral surgery.
We are proud to be a private practice serving East Tennessee for over 30 years. As a trusted part of the Knoxville and Maryville communities, our locally owned practice puts patients before profit. Your well-being is our greatest measure of success.
Care You Can Trust for Every Generation
For Seniors: Restoring Your Confidence
If you need dental implants or a tooth extraction, you deserve a surgeon focused on your long-term health. Dr. Charles Shanks uses advanced 3D imaging for precise planning and the highest-quality materials to ensure your smile lasts.
For Parents: Gentle Care for Your Child’s Wisdom Teeth
We understand that having your child undergo surgery can be stressful. Our team specializes in making wisdom teeth removal smooth and easy. With long-lasting numbing medicine (Exparel) and options for general anesthesia, your child will stay comfortable before, during, and after treatment. Our staff is trained to provide caring support that children and teens appreciate.
Why Choose Dr. Shanks?
- Experience: Dr. Shanks has practiced in East Tennessee since 2004, bringing over 30 years of expertise to every procedure.
- Your safety is always our top priority. We use heart and oxygen monitoring for all anesthesia procedures and follow the highest safety standards in the field.
- State-of-the-Art Technology: We use the latest 3D and CBCT imaging to see exactly what is happening under the surface, enabling safer, faster recoveries.
- Community: We are affiliated with the University of Tennessee Medical Center and Children’s West Surgery Center, giving you access to the region’s healthcare network.
- Convenience for Your Schedule: With locations in both Knoxville and Maryville, we offer early morning and late afternoon appointments to fit your busy life.
- Financing Options: We offer flexible financing through CareCredit to help make your dental health a reality.
Our Top Services
- Dental Implants: Durable, natural-looking tooth replacements.
- Wisdom Teeth Removal: Gentle, expert service to prevent crowding.
- Tooth Extractions: Fast, comfortable removal of problem teeth.
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