
Oral Surgery
Oral surgeons specialize in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of a variety of conditions affecting the face, mouth, teeth, and jaws.
At Utah Valley Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Orem, UT, we offer oral surgery to address fractures, impacted wisdom teeth, and more.
Wondering whether you need an oral surgeon?

- Diseased teeth
- Impacted teeth
- Cysts
- Tumors
- Skin lacerations
- Fractured jaw or facial bones
- Severed nerves
- Oral cancer
- Severe infections
- Facial pain
- Jaw misalignment
- Birth defects
- Cleft lip and palate
- Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
- Bone loss in the jaw
Oral Surgeons Have Advanced Training and Accreditation
Additional Years of Training
Dr. Christopher Burton and Dr. Jared Rasmussen completed both dental school and hospital-based residencies in oral and maxillofacial surgery to obtain certification by the state of Utah.
Interdisciplinary Treatment
Our team can work with other professionals, such as your general dentist or orthodontist, to provide comprehensive treatment that fully restores the comfort, function, and health of your smile.
Seeing the Full Picture
As oral surgeons, our doctors have trained extensively in how the jaw, teeth, and other structures of the head and neck work together. They can provide treatment that addresses all aspects of your condition for a comprehensive result.
Treatments Like Wisdom Tooth Removal Can Protect Your Oral Health
State-of-the-Art Treatment in a Comfortable Atmosphere
At our Orem office, we use a cone beam computed tomography (CT) scanner to create a three-dimensional rendering of your jaw. While planning your treatment, Dr. Burton and Dr. Rasmussen can place a dental implant into the digital version of your jaw to ensure the optimal placement. This system also allows us to more carefully plan wisdom teeth removal and other oral surgery procedures.
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Delivering Positive Experiences
"Very awesome oral surgeon. I got a tooth pulled and took less than an hour and after words I really had no pain. Awesome job. Also,we have had two of our children get thier wisdom teeth pulled same results and very dependable. We will always use them for any type of oral surgery because it has always been a positive experience for us." Curtis T.
Do I Need a Referral?
While many patients are referred to our Orem office by their general dentist or another medical practitioner, you do not need a referral to receive treatment from our surgeons.
If you are referred to Utah Valley Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. Burton and Dr. Rasmussen can continue to work with your dentist or orthodontist to ensure care for every aspect of your oral health.