Dr. Michael Baura is originally from Augusta, Georgia and graduated cum laude from the University of Georgia with a bachelor's degree in Biological Science. He completed his DMD degree at the Medical University of Georgia’s College of Dental Medicine, where he graduated 12th in his class. While in dental school Dr. Baura was awarded the Department of General Dentistry Faculty Achievement Award which was voted on by the senior faculty members.
 
Dr. Baura was also granted the service leadership award given out by the Academy of Dentistry International, and was a recipient of the Judson C. Hickey Scholarship. After graduating dental school Dr. Baura was accepted into the Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency at the Charlie Norwood VA Hospital. During his residency Dr. Baura was trained extensively in dental implants, extraction of wisdom teeth, bone grafting, complex treatment planning, and IV sedation.
 
Dr. Baura also participates in yearly dental mission trips to provide dental care to others.
He has been to Peru 3 times, Guatemala and Haiti twice, as well as, Nicaragua and Senegal. He also volunteers locally with the York County Partners in Free Dentistry, providing free extractions for the less fortunate every Wednesday over lunch.
 
Dr. Baura's mission is to provide the best quality dental care to his patients in a loving and compassionate manner. His motivation comes from Jesus Christ and wanting to treat others, as he wants to be treated.
He strives to take the time to explain diagnoses and treatments in a way that you will understand.
He wants to gain your trust through competence, compassion, and commitment to care for your dental needs.
Dr. Baura has been married for 13 years and has 4 children.
 
Dr. Baura and his wife are currently fosters parents licensed with Epworth, helping to provide respite care for other foster families.  They were also long term foster parents for their 2nd child who they ended up adopting when he was 3.  On his time off, Dr. Baura enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family. He and his wife also enjoy going to yard sales and wood working. 

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