Oral and Facial Surgery of Utah

Dental implants are valued for how closely they mimic the look, fit and feel of natural teeth. And this realism extends to their functionality, as they restore the ability to speak, bite and chew. But what about strength? Implant surgery is a safe and effective way to fill the gaps in your smile — but […]

Do you need jaw surgery to correct an overbite, or is there another way to move your lower jaw forward? The answer to those questions depends on the severity of your overbite. Only an experienced oral surgeon can determine whether your situation requires surgery. Meanwhile, it may help to understand the various treatment approaches used […]

After a tooth extraction, some patients report feeling as if their alignment has changed. The most common complaints are that their teeth don’t seem to meet as they used to, or that their bite feels slightly different. Can a tooth extraction affect your bite, the alignment of your teeth or how they fit in the […]

A diagnosis of oral cancer strikes fear in the hearts of patients and their families. Unfortunately, this disease remains all too common. The Oral Cancer Foundation estimates that about 49,750 people in the United States will be stricken with oral or oropharyngeal cancer in 2017. Patients diagnosed with oral carcinoma often have many questions regarding […]

Are you considering dental implants? Thanks to advances in the techniques and materials used today, this surgery is a safe and effective method of restoring missing teeth. And for most patients, the benefits of implants clearly outweigh any potential drawbacks. To help you decide if dental implants are for you, let’s take a look at […]

Even if only one or two of your wisdom teeth are causing you pain, your oral surgeon is likely to recommend that you get all four of them removed. Is this really necessary? Wouldn’t it be better to space out the tooth extractions, or simply keep the teeth that aren’t causing any problem? The truth […]

Both obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and snoring can disrupt your sleep. And although the two conditions frequently go hand in hand, they don’t always. Consequently, sleep disorders like OSA often go undiagnosed, as not every patient shares the same symptoms. Left untreated, OSA can have serious health consequences, including an increased risk of heart attack, […]

Oral cancer prevention is a pressing medical issue, and one that scientists continue to research. Much of the current research focuses on changes in lifestyle and eating habits, as certain foods and behaviors are known or suspected to influence the development of oral and oropharyngeal cancer. Studies have revealed that eating black raspberries could aid […]

You have a tooth extraction scheduled, but you woke up with the sniffles. You feel run down and think you might have a cold. Should you reschedule your appointment? Cold and flu season is well underway here in Utah, so this is a common question from patients who have an upcoming oral surgery. But whether […]

If you suffer from chronic headaches, a dental bite problem could be to blame. Headache pain can be difficult to diagnose and treat. In seeking relief, you may have already seen your physician and tried potential medical remedies. But if your frequent headaches continue, it may be time to see an oral surgeon. For some […]