Meet Dean H. Whitman, DMD
Top Oral Surgeon in central florida
Formal Education | Professional Memberships
Dr. Dean H. Whitman grew up in Louisville, Kentucky. He received his undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University and his Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the Louisiana University School of Dentistry.
Following graduation from dental school, Dr. Whitman was commissioned in the United States Air Force and was on active duty for 14 years. He served in Arizona, England, Mississippi, California, and Texas.
He completed his residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the David Grant Medical Center, Travis Air Force Base in California. Dr. Whitman served on the teaching faculty at both David Grant Medical Center and at Wilford Hall Medical Center, Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. His military decorations include the Air Force Achievement Medal, two Air Force Commendation Medals, and two Air Force Meritorious Service Medals. He was the recipient of the Vincent Farhood Outstanding Educator Award in 2000, and he has served on medical humanitarian missions to Peru and Swaziland. In 2011, Dr. Whitman retired from the United States Air Force Reserve with the rank of Colonel.
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Dr. Whitman is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, a Fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, a Fellow of the National Board of Dental Anesthesiology, and a member of the American Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association, and the Dental Society of Greater Orlando. Dr. Whitman is experienced in all areas of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and enjoys treating children. He has special interests in orthognathic surgery, dental implants, and the use of technology to improve care for his patients.
Formal Education:
- Louisiana School of Dentistry – Doctorate in Dental Surgery
- David Grant Medical Center, Travis Air Force Base – Residency, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Professional Memberships:
- American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery – Diplomate
- American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery – Fellow
- National Board of Dental Anesthesiology – Fellow
- American Dental Association
- Florida Dental Association
- Dental Society of Greater Orlando
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Patient Review by Hannah L
Dr. Whitman is the most talented jaw surgeon you will ever meet. He is very attentive and cares about his patients well being and goals. I had both of my jaws done upper and lower when I was 17 years old in 2013. I had the surgery when I was in high school. Needing both jaw done is rare and I was scared to say the least. I am now 25 and Dr.Whitman changed my life for the better and I don’t say that lightly. Initially when I met him I was beyond scared to get the surgery. I was in braces the third time and we tried everything to fix my bite to avoid surgery. However I was born with a bony jaw and was having severe TMJ pain at such a young age. Dr. Whitman explained to me everything about the surgery and addressed any issues and concerns I had beforehand. He also checked in often after the procedure and follow up. Before getting the surgery if you decide to get it Dr. Whitman will tell you everything you need to know. Getting surgery was the last option for me. I needed the surgery because of pain and none of my teeth met. My orthodontist and dentist told me that I would not have teeth by the time I would be 30 years old. I could only use 15 percent of my bite due to all the space and only 4 teeth meeting in the back. My parents and I tried everything to fix it so getting this surgery truly was the only way to fix it. I could not have asked for a better doctor than Dr. Whitman. I have not seen him in a long time but I hope to stop by one day to tell him thank you for everything he has done for me and my family. I would highly recommend Dr. Whitman for anyone looking for a phenomenal doctor who has the experience and cares for his patients like no other. He is the person to go to, he knows what he is doing and his record speaks for itself. I will forever be grateful for the impact he made on my life. Now I have a confident smile and no jaw issues. Dr. Whitman is the surgeon to go to he is the best of the best. Now looking at my pictures I get emotional because if I hadn’t met Dr. Whitman or went to a doctor who didn’t have the expertise that he has it could have been a very different outcome . I will forever be grateful to Dr. Whitman and the staff for helping me get through one of the toughest surgeries I’ve had in my life. I am happy I decided to go through with it. If you are someone like me who has and needs a lot of work done on your teeth this is the place to go to for any of your needs. I talk about Dr. Whitman to anyone I know if they are looking for a jaw surgeon. He truly is a doctor you can trust that will take care of you and help you from the moment you walk into the office.
- Hannah L
Patient Review by William R C
I was very pleased with my first visit. Staff was very friendly. I only had to wait 5 to 10 minutes in the waiting area. Everyone was wearing masks. Treatment plan was explained as were financial expectations. Highly recommend the office.
- William R C