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John J. Beninato, DDS PC

In the diverse medical community of Rome, Georgia, there is a specialized practice determined to utilize the most current technological advances while maintaining the personalized care patients deserve. John J. Beninato, DDS, PC, an oral and maxillofacial surgery center, is that practice.

Established in 1990, Dr. Beninato’s mission was to place emphasis on the overall health, safety, and comfort of his patients. This is a standard of excellence the practice continues today. The services provided are extensive, such as dental implants, extractions, wisdom teeth removal, orthodontic related procedures, biopsies, and other patient needs.

Patients range in age from as young as eight-years-old to over 100 years, and each receives an individualized plan of treatment. Either through referral or direct contact, patients come to Dr. Beninato to alleviate their discomfort and to restore their smiles lost to oral disease.

28 the past two decades, Dr. Beninato has introduced essential technology and state of the art equipment in his practice. For example, x-rays are taken through a digital system that allows immediate viewing with the option for the x-ray to be enlarged and enhanced on a computer screen. 3-D and panoramic technology are optimized in the diagnosis process. Boardcertified in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. Beninato utilizes his skill and experience along with these significant advancements, thus providing more comfort and efficiency for the patient’s desired result.

Dr. Beninato reflects that one of the most important innovations impacting the overall health of his patients is in the area of dental implants. Unlike dentures and bridges, dental implants offer a more permanent replacement for missing teeth and can be cared for just like natural teeth. While implants enhance a patient’s appearance, they can also improve overall health.

There have been many advancements in the field of dentistry over the past two decades. Dr. Beninato has remained on the cutting edge to bring them to his patients.

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he relates to the proximity to quality medical centers. While 95% of patients receive treatment at his 21 John Maddox Drive office, he appreciates those facilities for patients who have compromised health conditions. He also enjoys the relationships and trust he has built with the general dentistry practices in the area.

Dr. Beninato attended Creighton University in his native Nebraska. He received degrees from the School of Pharmacy and the School of Dentistry. Upon completion of his dentistry degree, Dr. Beninato fulfilled his general practice residency at the Western Massachusetts Hospital and Baystate Medical Center. Becoming an oral surgeon had always been his vision, and that was accomplished when he completed his residency at Emory University and affiliated hospitals.

He has been married to his high school sweetheart Barbara (Barb), since 1976. When the practice was first opened, her experience in the field of laboratory medicine and medical administration was exceptionally valuable. Additionally, she

Dr. John Beninato, Barb Beninato

served as his chair-side assistant, and occasionally she does now as needed. Barb says, about him, “He is a “learner” at heart. He enjoys reading especially medical journals and history. He loves spending time with his family. He also enjoys traveling and photography when time allows.” He is active in community service and volunteers at various other organizations.

Dr. John Beninato is a member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, the National Board of Dental Anesthesiology, the American Dental Society of Dental Anesthesiology, the American Dental Association, the Georgia Dental Association, the Georgia Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the Southeastern Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the Northwestern District Dental Society, and the Floyd County Dental Society.

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