Dr John Buyer

Dr. John Buyer is a third-generation dentist with an exceptional background in clinical practice, education, and military service. He earned his Bachelor of Science from The Citadel and his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Indiana University. Dr. Buyer completed extensive postdoctoral training, including a Master of Public Health from the University of South Carolina, a Master of Science from the Medical College of Georgia, and a Master of Strategic Studies from the U.S. Army War College. While in private practice, Dr. Buyer taught graduate-level periodontology at Virginia Commonwealth University for seven years. He provides the full spectrum of periodontal care, with particular expertise in periodontal laser therapy and esthetic anterior implant dentistry. Dr. Buyer served honorably in the United States Army from 1975 to 2008, retiring as a Colonel. His distinguished military career included roles as a commander, staff officer, and dean of two general dentistry residency programs. He concluded his service as Deputy Assistant Surgeon General at the Pentagon. After 16 years in a highly successful private practice in Blacksburg, Virginia, Dr. Buyer semi-retired to Saint James, North Carolina, where he joined Dr. Hutchens’ growing periodontal and implant practice. He is board certified, licensed to practice in North Carolina and Virginia, and is an active member of numerous professional organizations.