Meet Atlanta Oral Surgeon, Dr. Going
Throughout the oral surgery and dental communities, Dr. Robert Going has earned a reputation for excellence. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Emory University School of Dentistry in 1982, graduating at the top of his class.
Dr. Going completed his oral surgery internship and residency training at the University of Illinois Hospital in Chicago, Cook County Hospital, and Westside VA Hospital. He began practicing oral and maxillofacial surgery in private practice in 1986, developing extensive experience in advanced surgical procedures and dental implant treatment.
Dr. Going’s Current Role
Dr. Going has shifted his focus to our administrative board. For patients seeking oral surgery care, he refers cases to his associates, Dr. Gordon Brady, Dr. Ravi Chandran, and Dr. James McAndrews.
Patients can also meet our team of oral and maxillofacial surgeons to learn more about the doctors providing care at Oral Surgery Associates & Dental Implant Centers.
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- Athens Office: Athens Office Phone Number 706-549-9711
- Atlanta/Buckhead Office: Atlanta/Buckhead Office Phone Number 404-233-5385
- Conyers Office: Conyers Office Phone Number 770-483-9692
- Covington Office: Covington Office Phone Number 770-787-2444
- Decatur Office: Decatur Office Phone Number 770-981-9400
- Oral Surgery Associates & Dental Implant Centers:
- Monroe Office: Monroe Office Phone Number 678-345-1014
- Northlake/Tucker Office: Northlake/Tucker Office Phone Number 770-934-1907
- Roswell Office: Roswell Office Phone Number 678-781-0050
- Snellville Office: Snellville Office Phone Number 770-979-9500
Expertise
Throughout his career, Dr. Going has developed extensive experience in oral and maxillofacial surgery, including:
- Bone grafting surgery
- Dental implants
- Teeth-in-an-Hour – zygomatic and pterygoid implants
- Teeth-in-a-Day
- Treatment of oral pathology
- Wisdom teeth extraction
Patients interested in these treatments can explore the practice’s dental implant services or consult with one of our practicing oral and maxillofacial surgeons to learn more about available treatment options.
Certifications
Dr. Going’s professional certifications and qualifications include:
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS)
- Anesthesiology
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS)
- American Dental Association (ADA)
- American Dental Society of Anesthesiology (ADSA)
- Georgia Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Southeastern Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Pierre Fauchard Academy – Honorary Fellowship
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon – Honorary Dental Society
Professional Contributions and Community Involvement
Dr. Going has served on numerous committees at hospitals throughout the metro Atlanta area. He has also published three internationally distributed articles on oral surgery, contributing to professional education and knowledge within the field.
He maintains a membership of more than 20 years in the Hinman Dental Society, where he has spoken at national meetings. The organization supports continuing dental education and professional development.
Dr. Going also believes in providing care to underserved communities. He has participated in the annual Georgia Mission of Mercy dental charity since its inception and has performed surgery during a medical mission trip to Peru.
His career reflects a longstanding commitment to clinical excellence, professional education, community service, and compassionate patient care.
Explore Our Oral Surgery Team
Although Dr. Going now focuses on the practice’s administrative board, patients can continue to receive comprehensive oral and maxillofacial surgery care from the experienced surgeons at Oral Surgery Associates & Dental Implant Centers.
Learn more about our providers and their backgrounds: