U.S. Oral Surgery Management (USOSM) congratulates its surgeon partner Jeffrey D. Schultz, DDS, MMS, on his recent appointment by Governor Brian P. Kemp to serve on the Georgia Board of Dentistry.

Dr. Schultz and four others were named to the board to fill seats created by the enactment of House Bill 1219 (Act 840), which was signed into law in May 2022 and went into effect in July 2022. Effective immediately, the new board members will serve a term that expires July 1, 2027. The board now consists of 16 members.

The Georgia Board of Dentistry is responsible for regulating dental and dental hygiene licenses and ensuring that each candidate has an acceptable amount of education, training and personal character to safely practice in Georgia. In addition, the board sets and defines safety standards and identifies and sanctions those who fall short.

“It is an honor to be recognized and asked to accept an appointment to the Georgia Board of Dentistry,” said Dr. Schultz. “It’s also crucial for our particular specialty to have representation on state boards of dentistry and unfortunately, not every state does. In Georgia, we now have two, myself and Dr. Glenn Maron of Atlanta, who also is a USOSM surgeon partner. Having this kind of representation is vital for the dental industry as a whole, as well as for the patients we advocate for. It also means that we can stay apprised of what is legislatively being discussed and help ensure that the right kind of processes are in place to continue providing the citizens of Georgia with the dental care they deserve.”

“One of my areas of interest is in the field of anesthesia,” continued Dr. Schultz. “So one of my goals is assisting our dentists, surgeons and their staffs to keep up-to-date on the rapidly changing dental anesthesia environment, especially as it pertains to patient safety. It is vital work, and I’m honored to be a part of it.”