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Samuel J. McKenna MD, DDS

Chair, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
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About Samuel J. McKenna

Areas of Expertise

  • Dental Implant Reconstruction
  • Facial Trauma
  • Facial and Jaw Reconstruction
  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Skeletal Facial Deformities/Orthognathic Surgery

Conditions and Treatments

Locations

Vanderbilt Children's Cleft and Craniofacial Program
2200 Children's Way, 7th Floor
Nashville, TN 37232
Vanderbilt Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Vanderbilt Oral Health
2111 Belcourt Avenue, Suite 201
Nashville, TN 37212

Services

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Doctor of Dental Surgery - University of California Los Angeles, 1980
  • Doctor of Medicine - Vanderbilt University, 1983
  • Internship - Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1984
  • Residency - Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1985

Board Certifications

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 1987

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Patient Comments

Patient Comments are gathered from the Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey and displayed in full. Patients are not identified in order to respect patient privacy.
I feel I receive excellent care from the doctors and assistants at this clinic.
August 20, 2025
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Dr McKenna is really great
August 20, 2025
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Dr. McKenna and his resident Ben were both excellent!Professional, courteous and competent!
July 28, 2025
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Even with the long wait, I didn't feel rushed in my appointment and they were very thorough
July 25, 2025
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Dr. McKenna is AMAZING!! He is also informative, professional, and provides all options, while listening to my questions and concerns regarding Kolton's treatment.
July 23, 2025
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Dr McKenna is a world class doctor. Vanderbilt is lucky to have him.
July 11, 2025
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Dr. McKenna is a skilled professional. He is very concerned about his patient's well being
June 23, 2025
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Very professional and honest what may take place
June 19, 2025
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He was very good and very kind
June 16, 2025
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