Dr. Christian’s Education and Qualifications
Dr. Christian completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Georgia and was immediately accepted into the Medical College of Georgia, College of Dentistry
After completing 4 years of rigorous training he obtained his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree in Augusta and went on to purse his passion for surgery at the Center of Advanced Periodontology at the University of Florida
Dr. Christian trained for an additional 3 years under world renown surgical pioneers such as: Craig Misch, Michael Pikos, Rodrigo Neiva, and Myron Nevins. He served at Chief Resident during his 3rd and final year. During his residency he also conducted clinical research projects and completed a Master’s of Science after successfully defended his thesis on osseodensification of dental implant surgical sites
After obtaining his Periodontal Certificate, Dr. Christian studied for an additional year to become a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. This Board Certification is the highest education qualification a periodontist can achieve and is a level of distinction not all periodontists share. Dr. Christian is the only Board Certified Periodontist practicing in Fayette County
Dr. Alvarez maintains memberships with the Georgia Society of Periodontists, The Florida Association of Periodontists, The American Academy of Periodontology, The Southern Academy of Periodontology, The Academy of Osseointegration, The American Dental Association and Georgia Dental Association
Dr. Alvarez also leads study clubs and continuing educational courses for local dental practitioners in Peachtree City
