Caring for the Foothills
Specialized Oral Surgery for the North Georgia Mountain Communities
Cherry Log Oral Surgery is proud to serve patients from across the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and surrounding North Georgia regions. Conveniently located off Highway 515 (Old Highway 76) in Cherry Log, our historic mountain-home practice is easily accessible for patients seeking premier, board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgical care.
Coordinated Regional Care
A Connected Surgical Partner Across Four Counties
We collaborate closely with family dentists throughout Fannin, Gilmer, Union, and Pickens counties to provide seamless, coordinated care for dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, bone grafting, and more.
Whether you are traveling from the heart of Blairsville, the historic streets of Blue Ridge, the riverfront hills of Ellijay, or the scenic gateway of Jasper, our tranquil office in Cherry Log is designed to offer a safe, comfortable, and highly personalized experience.
Our Service Areas
Where Our Patients Call Home
Blairsville, GA
Union County
The Community: Blairsville and Union County represent the heart of the North Georgia mountains. Located near Brasstown Bald, Blairsville is a vibrant mountain community with deep roots and a growing population.
Access to Care: Patients from Blairsville can take US-76 West directly to Cherry Log. It is a scenic, straightforward 35-minute drive.
Collaborative Partner: We work with general dental offices across Union County to offer patients high-level surgical care close to home.
Blue Ridge, GA
Fannin County
The Community: Just minutes north of Cherry Log, Blue Ridge is renowned for its historic downtown, scenic railway, and active mountain lifestyle.
Access to Care: Cherry Log is virtually next door to Blue Ridge. Patients can drive south on Hwy 515 / Old Hwy 76 for under 10 minutes to reach our welcoming office.
Collaborative Partner: As a dedicated surgical partner, we work with several Blue Ridge dentists to provide precision implant placements and emergency extractions.
Ellijay, GA
Gilmer County
The Community: Known as the Apple Capital of Georgia, Ellijay is a gorgeous mountain town rich in history, situated at the confluence of the Ellijay and Cartecay rivers.
Access to Care: Located just 15 minutes north of Ellijay, our Cherry Log office is a quick, convenient trip up Hwy 515.
Collaborative Partner: We maintain strong communication with Ellijay's family practices, ensuring a smooth handoff and restorative phase for our mutual patients.
Jasper, GA
Pickens County
The Community: Known as "The First Mountain City," Jasper sits at the southern edge of the Blue Ridge mountain range, serving Pickens County.
Access to Care: While further south, Jasper patients find our Cherry Log office easy to reach via a direct drive north on Hwy 515 (approximately 35-40 minutes).
Collaborative Partner: Pickens County families choose Cherry Log Oral Surgery for our peaceful, low-anxiety mountain home setting and board-certified expertise.
Serving the Greater North Georgia Mountains
Patients also travel to our Cherry Log office from neighboring mountain communities, including:
The Mountain Difference
Why Choose Cherry Log Oral Surgery?
Our patients travel to us from miles around because they discover that specialized surgical care can feel calm, reassuring, and completely unhurried.
Board-Certified Expertise
Dr. John Pritchett is a highly-trained, board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon with deep expertise in full-arch dental implants, complex bone grafting, and wisdom teeth removal.
Surgical-Only Focus
Because we don't perform fillings, cleanings, or crowns, we focus 100% of our energy and equipment on surgical success and absolute safety.
Mountain Home Comfort
Our office is a beautifully restored 100-year-old home that feels nothing like a sterile clinic. Easing patient anxiety is what we do best.
Close Partnership
We communicate thoroughly with your local dentist, sharing notes and CT scans to ensure your long-term success.
Seamless Patient Journey
Our Coordinated Care Process
How we partner hand-in-hand with your local North Georgia general dentist to return you to health.
Referral & Exam
Your local family dentist shares records with us. You visit our warm, historic home in Cherry Log for a thorough consultation and 3D CBCT imaging.
Surgical Care
Dr. Pritchett performs your dental implant, extraction, or bone graft in our state-of-the-art suite with hospital-level monitoring and IV sedation.
Healing Phase
You recover in comfort at home using our detailed post-op guides. We review your progress during our follow-up check-ins.
Final Restoration
Once healed, you return safely to your family dentist's office for the creation and attachment of your custom crown, bridge, or denture.
Serving North Georgia
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