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

04/20/2026

Va**ng is often seen as a safer alternative to smoking – but it’s not risk-free. E-cigarettes can expose your mouth to harmful chemicals that may damage cells and increase cancer risks. For more information about these risks, visit MyOMS.org.

Youth sports are a leading source of preventable tooth and facial injuries. With the right protective gear – and a few s...
04/17/2026

Youth sports are a leading source of preventable tooth and facial injuries. With the right protective gear – and a few smart habits – many of these injuries can be avoided. Visit MyOMS.org/SaveFace to learn more.

myoms.org/what-we-do/facial-injury-trauma-surgery/preventing-facial-injuries-during-sports/

You don’t have to play at the professional level to sustain a serious head injury. New innovations in helmet, mouth guar...
04/15/2026

You don’t have to play at the professional level to sustain a serious head injury. New innovations in helmet, mouth guard and face guard technology have made these devices comfortable to wear and very effective in protecting the vulnerable maxillofacial area. Learn more at MyOMS.org/SaveFace.

myoms.org/what-we-do/facial-injury-trauma-surgery/16_mouth_guards/

To help diagnose oral cancer early, everyone should perform routine self-exams and identify potential oral cancer sympto...
04/13/2026

To help diagnose oral cancer early, everyone should perform routine self-exams and identify potential oral cancer symptoms. Taking a minute to check for unusual sores, lumps or changes could help you catch oral cancer early – when treatment is often easier and more effective. Learn more at MyOMS.org.

myoms.org/what-we-do/oral-head-and-neck-pathology/cancer-screening/

04/09/2026

April is National Facial Protection Month – a timely reminder that many sports-related injuries are preventable. Each year, millions of children are hurt during play, sometimes requiring extensive treatment. Simple steps, like wearing properly fitted protective gear, can help keep kids safe and in the game. Get more information about protective equipment at MyOMS.org/SaveFace.

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month – a reminder that early detection matters. Oral and oropharyngeal cancers claim abo...
04/07/2026

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month – a reminder that early detection matters. Oral and oropharyngeal cancers claim about one death every hour in the United States, but outcomes improve significantly when found early. To learn more about oral cancer warning signs and screening, or to locate an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, visit MyOMS.org.

https://aaoms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/head_neck_oral_cancer_facts.pdf

Dentoalveolar surgeries are the procedures most often performed by OMSs. These are a group of procedures that involve ad...
04/03/2026

Dentoalveolar surgeries are the procedures most often performed by OMSs. These are a group of procedures that involve adding, reshaping or removing hard and soft tissues supporting teeth.

Types of dentoalveolar surgeries include:
- Extraction of a tooth (such as removal of wisdom teeth)
- Complicated tooth extractions (such as impacted teeth)
- Removal of noncancerous lesions, tumors or cysts
- Recontouring or enhancement of the alveolar bone to support placement of a dental implant
- Preparing gum and bone for implant, crown or denture placement
- Exposure of teeth for orthodontics

Visit MyOMS.org to learn more and fine an OMS in your area.

myoms.org/what-we-do/extractions-and-dentoalveolar-surgery/dentoalveolar-surgeries/

04/01/2026

An OMS can perform maxillomandibular advancement (MMA) to treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This procedure surgically moves the upper and lower jaws forward along with the soft tissues of the tongue and palate, opening the upper airway. Learn more and find an OMS in your area at MyOMS.org

Approximately 30-50% of the U.S. population snore at one time or another. Chronic snoring doesn’t always equal obstructi...
03/31/2026

Approximately 30-50% of the U.S. population snore at one time or another. Chronic snoring doesn’t always equal obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), but it can still require treatment. If you experience multiple symptoms of OSA, find an OMS near you at MyOMS.org for a complete exam.

myoms.org/what-we-do/obstructive-sleep-apnea-osa/symptoms-of-obstructive-sleep-apnea/

03/27/2026

Before wisdom teeth surgery, a patient should always follow pre-op instructions from their doctor.

Directions may include:
- Strictly follow your OMS’s instructions about eating and drinking before surgery if undergoing IV sedation or general anesthesia. Your OMS also will give specific instructions about taking any home medications on the day of surgery.
- Brush teeth before the appointment.
- Confirm a responsible adult will be able to transport you to and from surgery.
- Wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing.

Learn more from the OMS Voices podcast episode, Wisdom Teeth: How Should My Teen Prepare for Wisdom Teeth Surgery.

https://files.radiomd.com/archives/american_association_oral_consumer/omsc014.mp3

Need a tooth removed? Visit MyOMS.org to learn the difference between simple and surgical extractions and why seeing an ...
03/25/2026

Need a tooth removed? Visit MyOMS.org to learn the difference between simple and surgical extractions and why seeing an OMS might be your best choice.

myoms.org/what-we-do/extractions-and-dentoalveolar-surgery/simple-vs-surgical-extraction/

03/23/2026

Struggling with sleep even with a CPAP or BiPAP machine? Discover how an OMS can diagnose and help manage obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and improve your quality of life. Learn more 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