Jerry Sorensen DDS, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Sorensen was born in Logan, Utah. He completed his undergraduate education at Brigham Young University where he majored in Chemistry and Physics. In 1969 he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of California San Francisco Medical Center Dental School. He was Senior class President. Dr. Sorensen has been the recipient of numerous awards including the Dean Willard Fleming Student Award for academic excellence.
After graduating from dental school he practiced general dentistry for 7 years and received a Fellowship in American Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD). He was then accepted into the Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery residency program at the University of California San Francisco Medical Center- Fresno Valley Medical Center (UCSF-Fresno) where he completed his OMFS residency in 1980.
Dr. Sorensen is a fellow of the American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS), Diplomate of the American Academy of Pain Management. He is a member of the Utah Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (UAOMS), the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) the American Dental Association (ADA), Utah Dental Association (UDA) and several other organizations on a local, state and national level.
Dr. Sorensen and his wife, Rebecca reside in Heber City, Utah. They have 8 children and 30 grandchildren.
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Our Staff
Dr. Sorensen‘s surgical staff are experienced, UAMOS/AAOMS-OMSA Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical Assistants who assist in the administration of IV sedation and surgery. All staff are well informed administrative personnel, well-versed in health and insurance policies, and are ACLS/BLS -CPR certified.
Heidi – Front Office Manager
Heidi has worked in the dental field for 15+ years. She has worked in oral surgery and cosmetic dental offices in California and Oregon. She took some time away while her children were small but is very happy to be back behind the front desk. She has extensive knowledge in communicating with and billing dental insurance and loves compassionately helping patients stay informed and comfortable throughout their treatment needs. When the weather is nice, you can find her outside soaking up as much sunshine as possible.
Nicole – Patient Surgical Care
Nicole began her dental assisting education 12 years ago in Southern California where she was born and raised. She has since received additional certifications in radiation and safety, provider CPR, and completed CALAOMS training (a specialized oral surgery assistant training) to further her skills and knowledge in the field. Although formal schooling has been such a great asset, it is her innate desire to help those around her feel comfortable and at ease that sets her apart. When outside of the office Nicole loves spends as much time as possible exploring Utah with her two young children on bike rides, hikes, and boating adventures.
Patti – Patient Surgical Care
Why Choose Heber City Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?
When it comes to picking an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, we know that you have choices. Personalized, gentle, comprehensive patient care is our number one priority. Here are just a few things that make our practice unique:
Care and Commitment
From the front office to the exam room, our practice is made up of professionals who take your oral health very seriously. Using state-of-the-art equipment designed with safety and efficiency in mind, we are able to offer top-notch care. COVID precautions are in place. As you walk through our office, you will notice that everything is clean, comfortable, and thoroughly sterilized. Your safety and comfort are our priority.
Honesty and Affordability
We know that the cost of healthcare is a major consideration. In addition to offering a number of in-office payment options to fit your budget, we also give you up-front cost information on your treatment ahead of time. We are members of a variety of insurance plans. We are happy to help you navigate your dental insurance and alternative payment options.
Easy Access to Oral Surgery Care and Information
We know that your time is valuable to you, and that’s why we offer extended office hours on select days- (Sat & Sun and after-hours Oncall by phone), appointment reminders, and quick turnaround time on calls and appointment requests. We are happy to answer any questions or concerns in the office, over the phone, by teledentistry, or via email.
Comprehensive Oral Surgery Care in One Location
At our practice, we are qualified to handle all aspects of your Oral and Maxillofacial care, so you are always surrounded by people that you trust. If we must refer out, we promise to send you to carefully vetted colleagues who apply the same professional principles in their office that we do in ours.
Safety, Comfort and Confidence
We respect and understand that many patients experience dental anxiety. At our office, we do everything we can to make sure that your experience is as enjoyable as possible. By communicating clearly what you can expect during your treatment, we are often able to alleviate dental fear. We encourage you to bring headphones and music to listen to during your treatment and ask us about sedation options.
At our practice, you aren’t just a patient. We take an interest in you and your oral health needs. We think you’ll find a friend in your oral surgeon during your visit!
Office Tour
Dr. Sorensen recently opened his new office in Heber City, Utah. This new office design was created to provide a calming and serene environment to make each patient’s treatment experience less intimidating and more relaxing and these surroundings inspire confidence in your treatment.