Dr. Anderson joins Valley Oral Surgery
(Tuesday, September 3, 2024) – Craig W. Anderson, DMD, has joined the surgical staff of Valley Oral Surgery, the region’s premier provider of oral surgery and dental implants in the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas.
Dr. Anderson is joining Drs. Robert Laski, Jaime Cernansky, Niral Parikh, and Joshua Gregory. Dr. Laski said, “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Anderson to our team. His exceptional skills and dedication to patient care make him a perfect fit for our practice. We look forward to seeing him continue his impressive work here in our area.”
Dr. Anderson completed his undergraduate studies at the University of South Carolina, earning a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Chemistry in 2015. During his tenure at the University of South Carolina, Dr. Anderson was a patient of oral and maxillofacial surgery, undergoing reconstructive jaw surgery. This personal experience profoundly influenced his decision to pursue a career in the dental profession.
Following his undergraduate education, Dr. Anderson relocated to Charleston, South Carolina, where he obtained his Doctorate in Dental Medicine from the Medical University of South Carolina in 2019. During his studies at MUSC, he was honored with the Arthur Haisten Scholarship, an award recognizing individuals who exemplify personal integrity and character in their professional development.
Dr. Anderson subsequently completed his residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Minnesota in the Twin Cities in 2023. He was subsequently recognized as a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2024.
Upon finishing his residency, Dr. Anderson practiced in the Twin Cities while his spouse, Suzanne Anderson, who is also a dental school alumna, pursued her Orthodontic Residency and obtained a Master’s Degree in Dentofacial Orthopaedics.
Dr. Anderson specializes in a comprehensive range of oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures, with particular interests in dentoalveolar surgery, wisdom tooth extraction, dental implants, corrective jaw surgery, maxillofacial trauma, and maxillofacial pathology. He holds a staff appointment at Lehigh Valley Hospital.
Outside of his professional responsibilities, Dr. Anderson and his wife enjoy spending quality time with their children, Sophia and Sullivan, as well as their Miniature Schnauzer, Piper.
Dr. Anderson is currently accepting new patients and looks forward to serving the community. His addition to our team underscores Valley Oral Surgery’s commitment to providing the highest standard of care in oral and maxillofacial surgery.