American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons - AAOMS

American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons - AAOMS Oral and maxillofacial surgeons: The experts in face, mouth and jaw surgery. Visit MyOMS.org

03/13/2026

Considering dental implants? Watch to learn how dental implants can transform your smile and confidence. Visit MyOMS.org to learn more and find an OMS near you.

03/10/2026

When symptoms of TMJ trouble appear, consult an OMS. Learn more by listening to the OMS Voices podcast episode, TMJ Disorder: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments. Dr. Gary Bouloux discusses TMJ disorders, symptoms and the treatments an OMS offers.

files.radiomd.com/archives/american_association_oral_consumer/omsc004.mp3

03/06/2026

Some of Kyle’s teeth weren’t breaking through his gums. Learn how an oral and maxillofacial surgeon helped Kyle’s impacted teeth break through with a procedure known as expose and bond. For more information about the procedure, visit MyOMS.org.

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a small joint located in front of the ear where the skull and lower jaw meet that p...
02/23/2026

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a small joint located in front of the ear where the skull and lower jaw meet that permits the lower jaw to move and function. Which is NOT a symptom of a TMJ disorder?

A. Earaches
B. Leg spasms
C. Difficulty chewing
D. Headaches

The correct answer is “B – Leg spasms.” Learn more about TMJ disorders at MyOMS.org.

https://myoms.org/what-we-do/tmj-and-facial-pain/

Corrective jaw surgery – also called orthognathic surgery – is performed by an OMS to correct a variety of skeletal and ...
02/20/2026

Corrective jaw surgery – also called orthognathic surgery – is performed by an OMS to correct a variety of skeletal and dental irregularities by realigning jaws and teeth. To learn more, visit MyOMS.org.

https://myoms.org/what-we-do/corrective-jaw-surgery/

02/18/2026

Wondering why someone would visit an OMS? The first time many people interact with an OMS is to develop a plan for wisdom teeth management, but this is just one aspect of the broad scope of OMS practice. Watch Dr. Paul E. Anderson explain some of the reasons for choosing to see an oral and maxillofacial surgeon.

https://myoms.org/why-choose-an-oms/

02/13/2026

An orthodontist works to correct a patient’s bite when only the teeth are misaligned. Bite corrections from jaw misalignment require the expertise of an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Learn how the two specialties work together to fine-tune your bite at MyOMS.org.

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AAOMS - Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

An OMS – also known as oral and maxillofacial surgeon – is the surgical expert of the dental profession. OMSs’ extensive education and training, surgical expertise and understanding of esthetics and function qualify them to treat diseases, defects, injuries and esthetic aspects of the mouth, teeth, jaws and face.

Procedures performed by oral and maxillofacial surgeons include:


  • Dental implants

  • Wisdom teeth management and extraction