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In the summer of 1960, Dr. John L. Coker, Jr., having been in practice in Jacksonville for one year following his residency in Oral Surgery in Philadelphia, moved to Gainesville to set up practice. At that time, there were no dental specialists in Oral Surgery in the Gainesville area, and he was received with some trepidation as the local dentists had been doing most of their own surgery. They would have referred difficult cases to Jacksonville. Because of that, Dr. Coker felt there was a need for a good oral surgeon in Gainesville, Florida, and he was certainly ready to fill that need with great capability.
He practiced alone for 12 years until Dr. Randall B. Caton joined his practice in July of 1972. Drs. Coker and Caton practiced together for 11 years until Dr. Coker’s retirement in 1983. Just prior to his retirement, Dr. Cesar Keathley, a graduate at the University of Florida and Oral Surgery Residency at the University of Virginia in Richmond, joined the practice for one year. He left to open his practice in Clearwater, Florida. After being in solo practice for a number of years after that, Dr. Caton was joined by Dr. Robert Fox in 1989. Dr. Fox left to create his own practice in 1992. Dr. Caton practiced alone, opening a new office in the Crown Pointe office complex in 1996. In 1998, Dr. Glenn N. Taylor, Jr. (best known as JR) joined Randy Caton in the practice of surgery. Dr. Taylor brought a wealth of knowledge and experience from his very wonderful training at the University of Florida College of Dentistry, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. In the late ’70s and early ’80s, the name of the specialty was changed from Oral Surgery to Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. This name change better describes the scope of our practice which includes the entire upper and lower jaw regions, jaw joints, and sinuses.
JR and Randy have been privileged to be partners together since 1998 and have been blessed to bring Oral Surgery services to the Gainesville and surrounding areas.
Taylor & Ratliff Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
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The implant procedure went very well. No problems, no pain.
- Carl Crane
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I had my wisdom tooth removed in a different dental office two weeks ago and never fully recovered pain-wise. Turns out I still had a piece of the root left in the extraction site. I was very nervous to get the remaining piece removed, I was referred to Dr. Ratliff who made the procedure quick and painless. The root was out in under five minutes. I have no pain at all after the surgery, no soreness and no bleeding- except for the initial blood from post-op. I am very relieved that the surgery was that easy and uncomplicated, as I am an extremely paranoid and nervous person by nature, and worried about the procedure ahead of time. I recommend this practice, they are very talented and know their stuff.
- Han
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If you want an honest opinion and spectacular service, this is your place.
- Molly Richards
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I highly recommend this practice! Both dentists are friendly, positive, and knowledgeable. They don't push you into procedures. My husband and daughter have had extractions by both Dr. Taylor and Dr. Raltiff. Both were very good experiences. The office is very clean, and all of the staff are friendly and professional. With either dentist, you'll be in good hands.
- L Merry
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Dr Blumberg and staff were so kind and patient. They gave me compassionate care and listened to me to when I was nervous or needed a break. I feel like they went above and beyond to make me comfortable. Even providing me a blanket before my procedure because the office was cold. I had a complication with my wisdom tooth extraction and I felt like Dr Blumberg had my best interest in mind and He guided me toward the best outcome for long term care. He even called me twice post op to check on my at home treatment. I would highly recommend Dr Blumberg and staff for any oral care. They will take great care of you.
- Julie Miller