About Oral & Facial Surgery Group of East Texas Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, Rick Hurst, DDS and Gregory S. Tate, DDS, MD practice a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from oral pathology to wisdom tooth removal. We can also diagnose and treat facial pain and injuries and TMJ disorders, and perform a full range of dental implant and bone grafting procedures. Our team is trained in assisting with IV sedation within our state-of-the-art office settings.