Dr. Baber N. Khatib, M.D., D.D.S., F.A.C.S. continues to shape the future of oral and maxillofacial surgery through groundbreaking work in digital innovation and education. A recognized leader in advanced surgical techniques, Dr. Khatib remains at the forefront of applying 3D printing and digital planning to improve outcomes in complex implant and reconstructive procedures.
Publication Highlights All-Digital Approach to Zygomatic Implants
Dr. Khatib recently authored a chapter in Clinical Review of oral and maxillofacial surgery: A Case-Based Approach on his all-digital workflow for zygomatic implants and remote anchorage solutions—an advanced method that exemplifies precision and efficiency in implant rehabilitation. His clinical expertise spans zygomatic implants; oral, head and neck microvascular reconstruction; and facial trauma surgery, reflecting his broad technical mastery and commitment to innovation.
Featured Expert Lecture at Jacobi Medical Center
Dr. Khatib was invited to speak at Jacobi Medical Center on October 16, 2025 as part of a “Meet the Expert” session supported by SORG (Surgical Outcomes Research Group). His lecture, “Functional Reconstruction of the Jaws—IPS Preprosthetic and Novel Digital Innovations to Restore Form and Function,” shared insights into how digital technology continues to redefine functional reconstruction in oral surgery. His growing reputation as a thought leader has also led to invitations to speak at Travis Air Force Base and other academic and clinical settings.
A Proven Record of Surgical Excellence
Board-certified in both the United States and Canada, Dr. Khatib holds dual degrees in medicine and dentistry, along with F.A.C.S. distinction. His advanced fellowship training includes Advanced Craniomaxillofacial and trauma surgery, as well as Head and Neck Oncologic and microvascular reconstructive surgery.
Dr. Khatib was among the first surgeons in South Carolina to perform “Jaw in a Day” procedures as well as the first application of the technique in a cancer reconstruction on the west coast—transformative operations that restore both form and function within a single day. His work has been featured on the front page of The Post and Courier, local TV stations (KPTV, KGW), and in other regional news outlets. Patients consistently describe his care as compassionate, precise, and life-changing, reflecting his commitment to excellence in every aspect of surgical practice.
For more information on Dr. Khatib, visit his profile on head-neck.com.
