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Andrew J. Gross
( out of 52 reviews )

Andrew J. Gross, DMD, PhD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Primary Location

University of Utah Hospital

Dental, Area E
50 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City , UT 84132

Board Certification

American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Patient Rating

4.8 /5
( out of 52 reviews )

The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers. The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.


2026-03-31
EXTERNAL SITE

We really appreciated Dr. Gross' expertise and thorough communication through the entire process. He went above and beyond.

2026-03-17
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr Gross very caring and very confident in his work .he has always made me feel good no matter how I was feeling .Dr Gross explains everything that is going on or going to happen. He is very professional .I cant say enough about this man I have been dealing with this situation for almost a year.but because of him I have been able to carry on I have never met a doctor who cares about his patients the way Dr Gross does .Who ever reads this you are very lucky to have him he is one in a million I am so happy that he is my physician.it would be great if all physicians were just like him . God bless

2026-02-24
EXTERNAL SITE

Dr. Gross was very transparent and honest about the situation with me and the surgery itself. He made it very clear about the future of my condition as it pertained to myself and possible outcomes. He clearly let me make my own decisions about which direction to take in going forward with my condition and care. He listened to my concerns and was honest and fair with the answers he gave me about all of my questions. Overall he has been a great asset to me and my health.

2026-02-20
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

I am so grateful to Dr. Gross for his expertise and professionalism. I had suffered not only pain but significant loss of function in my jaws. He replaced both joints and I'm well on my way to recovery. Dr. Gross possesses a unique combination of experienced competence of an intricate process and a kind and gentle demeanor that soothes and reassures the patient and family.

2026-02-08
EXTERNAL SITE

Dr Gross was very patient listening to my questions and took the time to answer every concern that I had. He explained the needed procedure in a way that I could understand and do so patiently even though he is very busy.

2025-12-14
EXTERNAL SITE

Dr. Gross is a fantastic and caring physician

2025-11-26
EXTERNAL SITE

I just back up everything I said on the previous page. Dr.Gross is the best!

2025-11-25
EXTERNAL SITE

Dr. Gross was extremely professional and compassionate while working through a treatment plan for me. I felt very comfortable, and so validated in the pain I had been experiencing. I left feeling incredibly grateful for such a great 1st appointment. I'm looking forward to my next one!

2025-11-06
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Excellent virtual appointment. Very attentive and great explanation of plan.

2025-11-01
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

If you need a surgeon that cares, listens to you and explains everything clearly then Dr. Gross is the surgeon you want.

2025-10-24
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr. Gross is superb. Highly technically skilled, kind, compassionate, and an excellent listener. I have absolute confidence in him and trust him fully.

2025-10-16
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

5 ?!! Awesome, Professional and genuinely cares for his patients!

2025-10-15
EXTERNAL SITE

Dr. Gross is a very gifted oral surgeon. I appreciated how well he helped my son through a difficult surgery and recovery. We are so grateful for his expertise, his calm demeanor and his genuine care and concern.

2025-09-04
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr Gross is an outstanding and accomplished clinician who takes extra steps to insure I am well cared for. He is kind, supportive and instills great confidence in me.

2025-08-27
EXTERNAL SITE

He explained X-rays and what the best treatment for my mother's condition. Very professional and my mother felt this was the easiest dental visit in years.

2025-08-20
EXTERNAL SITE

He was very kind, and He explained me very Good.

2025-08-19
EXTERNAL SITE

Outstanding clinician. Knowledgeable, listened to me carefully and involved me deeply in all decisions. Very supportive and reassuring. Willing to take extra steps to expedite my care and to confer with colleagues to optimize my treatment plan. Very kind and patient and gave me as much time as I needed to explain my concerns.

2025-07-30
EXTERNAL SITE

Dr. Gross takes such great care of our son that we drive more than 400 miles for appointments. Our son means the world to us, and we trust Dr. Gross completely. He's always done a fabulous job, is kind, very knowledgeable, and our son really likes going to him. Dr. Gross is not rushed; he continually invests time to be sure we understand what we need to know, and to answer all of our questions.

2025-07-16
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr. Gross really exceeded my expectations in how attentive, thorough, and compassionate he was. Moreover, he was knowledgeable and communicative. I had a lot of anxiety about how my visit would turn out, but by the end of it I felt completely in good hands and very lucky!

2025-07-12
EXTERNAL SITE

I cannot say enough good about Dr. Gross. He is very knowledgeable, as well as takes the time to answer my questions and explains things in a way that I understand them. He is patient and compassionate. He did an amazing job on my very complicated surgery. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.

2025-07-10
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

THE BESTdoctor in any specialty I've ever encountered.

2025-06-27
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

I've had appointments with several maxillofacial and oral surgeons over the years, and Dr. Gross is truly top tier. HeÕs incredibly knowledgeable and takes the time to explain everything in a way thatÕs easy to understand. What really sets him apart is how kind and attentive he is, especially with my son. He makes him feel heard, comfortable, and proud of himself during each visit. We actually travel from Idaho to Utah just to see Dr. Gross because the level of care he provides is unmatched. Highly recommend!

2025-06-25
EXTERNAL SITE

I canÕt say enough good things about Dr. Gross and my experience under his care. From the very first appointment, he was kind, attentive, and incredibly calming. His demeanor put me at ease right away, and his expertise was evident at every step of the process. HeÕs not only highly skilled and knowledgeable, but also efficient and thorough. Everything youÕd want in a surgeon. I felt truly cared for and confident in his hands. IÕm so grateful for the excellent care I received. Dr. Gross is a rare combination of compassion, precision, and professionalism. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing maxillofacial/TMJ care. HeÕs simply outstanding in every way!

2025-06-06
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr. Gross treated our daughter with severe disabilities with kindness and care. He took extra time to reduce the pain and injury through surgery to improve recovery for her.

2025-05-30
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

He is a excellent Dr he is very knowledgeable about the things he does, and he really cares about his patients

2025-05-22
EXTERNAL SITE

Incredible credentials, most caring, excellent in every way.

2025-05-16
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr. Andrew Gross was professional and very caring. I would definitely recommend him. I felt confident in his ability.

2025-04-25
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

I would highly recommend him

2025-04-18
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Dr. Gross is friendly and explained my diagnosis and treatment options in great detail. I appreciated that he was speaking to me and not at me. He included me in conversation and helped me make an informed decision about going forward with surgery and treatment.

2025-03-17
EXTERNAL SITE

I cannot recommend Dr. Gross enough! From my very first appointment, it was clear that he is not only incredibly knowledgeable but also truly attentive to his patients' concerns. I've been struggling with TMJ issues for years, and Dr. Gross took the time to thoroughly explain my condition, answer all my questions, and develop a treatment plan tailored to my needs. His expertise and compassionate approach has made a huge difference in my journey to pain relief. I always feel heard and cared for during my visits, and I appreciate the professionalism and kindness of the entire team. If you're looking for a skilled and dedicated maxillofacial surgeon, I highly recommend Dr. Gross!

2025-02-27
EXTERNAL SITE

Great

2025-01-16
EXTERNAL SITE

One of my best experiences with a doctor. He explained everything clearly and answered all my questions. Left me feeling very optimistic about the surgery.

2024-12-19
NOORDA ORAL HEALTH EDUCATION BUILDING

He is great, very caring & makes sure you understand all of the procedures & what you need to do.

2024-12-04
NOORDA ORAL HEALTH EDUCATION BUILDING

Dr. Gross explains everything well while showing you the images of your teeth and head. He has a lot of experience and is a great surgeon.

2024-12-03
NOORDA ORAL HEALTH EDUCATION BUILDING

I really like and respect him, he treated me so good and cared about how I felt and what comes next.

2024-10-31
EXTERNAL SITE

Excellent Doctor.

2024-10-29
EXTERNAL SITE

Dr. Gross made me very comfortable during an anxious procedure, he explained everything to me and answered my questions.


Patient comments are gathered from our patient experience survey and displayed in their entirety. For the convenience of our visitors, some patient comments have been translated from their original language into English while preserving their original meaning as accurately as possible. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Otolaryngology: Head & Neck Surgery -Adjunct Associate Professor
Board Certification
American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Education history

Undergraduate Major: Biology Minor: Chemistry - Washington State University B.S.
Doctoral Training Biochemistry - Brigham Young University Ph.D.
Fellowship Roseman University of Health Sciences Research Fellow
Professional Dental Dental Medicine - Roseman University of Health Sciences D.M.D.
Graduate Training Business Administration - Roseman University of Health Sciences M.B.A.
Internship/Residency Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - University of Tennessee Medical Center Resident
Graduate Training Regulatory Sciences - Johns Hopkins University M.S.
Fellowship Pediatric Craniomaxillofacial Surgery - Massachusetts General Brigham; Harvard Medical School Research and Clinical Fellow

Selected Publications

Journal Article

  1. Nadella S, Wang TT, Gross AJ, Wang S (2024). Prescription Drug Monitoring Program Mandates: Current Landscape and Legal Considerations for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. J Oral Maxillofac Surg, 82(4), 383-385.
  2. Wang TT, Lee CC, Gross AJ, Hajibandeh JT, Peacock ZS (2024). Is Insurance Payer Associated With Hospital Admission of Emergency Department Patients With Mandible Fractures? J Oral Maxillofac Surg, 82(5), 554-562.
  3. Newby SD, Forsynth C, Bow AJ, Bourdo SE, Hung M, Cheever J, Moffat R, Gross AJ, Licari FW, Dhar MS (2023). Xenogenic Implantation of Human Mesenchymal Stromal Cells Using a Novel 3D-Printed Scaffold of PLGA and Graphene Leads to a Significant Increase in Bone Mineralization in a Rat Segmental Femoral Bone Defect. Nanomaterials (Basel), 13(7).
  4. Gross AJ, Hudson JW, Matias C, Jones BJ (2022). Effects of onabotulinumtoxin A in patients concurrently diagnosed with chronic migraine encephalalgia and temporomandibular disorders: A retrospective case series.(Epub ahead of print) Cranio, 1-11.
  5. Mitchell C, Gross AJ, Milgrom P, Mancl L, Prince DB (2021). Silver diamine fluoride treatment of active root caries lesions in older adults: A case series. J Dent, 105, 103561.
  6. Fahmy MD, Hechler BL, Carlson ER, Gross AJ, Heidel RE (2021). Preoperative Serum Albumin Predicts Wound Dehiscence but Not Infection After Surgery for Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma. J Oral Maxillofac Surg, 79(6), 1355-1363.
  7. Fahmy MD, Gross AJ (2019). The Electronic Medical Record and Its Impact on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Training: Friend or Foe? J Oral Maxillofac Surg, 77(5), 896-897.
  8. Lutfiyya MN, Gross AJ, Soffe B, Lipsky MS (2019). Dental care utilization: examining the associations between health services deficits and not having a dental visit in past 12¿months. BMC Public Health, 19(1), 265.
  9. Swensen AC, Finnell JG, Matias C, Gross AJ, Prince JT, Watt RK, Price JC (2017). Whole blood and urine bioactive Hepcidin-25 determination using liquid chromatography mass spectrometry. Anal Biochem, 517, 23-30.
  10. Matias C, Belnap DW, Smith MT, Stewart MG, Torres IF, Gross AJ, Watt RK (2017). Citrate and albumin facilitate transferrin iron loading in the presence of phosphate. J Inorg Biochem, 168, 107-113.
  11. Thomas M, Fronk Z, Gross A, Willmore D, Arango A, Higham C, Nguyen V, Lim H, Kale V, McMillan G, Seegmiller RE (2019). Losartan attenuates progression of osteoarthritis in the synovial temporomandibular and knee joints of a chondrodysplasia mouse model through inhibition of TGF-ß1 signaling pathway. Osteoarthritis Cartilage, 27(4), 676-686.
  12. Vaughan SR, Gross AJ, Chebib IA, McCain JP, Choi D (2025). Characterization of Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumors in the Temporomandibular Joint: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Treatment. Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery, 83(10), 1279-1286.
  13. Sillmann YM, Eber P, Orbeta E, Wilde F, Gross AJ, Guastaldi FP (2025). Milestones in Mandibular Bone Tissue Engineering: A Systematic Review of Large Animal Models and Critical-Sized Defects. Journal of clinical medicine, 14(8),

Review

  1. MacDonald AF, Gross AJ, Jones BJ, Dhar MS (2022). Muscle Regeneration of the Tongue: A Review of Current Clinical and Regenerative Research Strategies. [Review]. Tissue Eng Part B Rev, 28, (5), 1022-1034.
  2. Gross AJ, Houston KR, Hudson JW, McCoy JM (2020). A Multidisciplinary Approach to Synovial Chondromatosis of the Temporomandibular Joint With Cranial Base Involvement: A Brief Review of the Literature and Case Report. [Review]. J Oral Maxillofac Surg, 78, (10), 1759-1765.
  3. Lutfiyya MN, Gross AJ, Schvaneveldt N, Woo A, Lipsky MS (2018). A scoping review exploring the opioid prescribing practices of US dental professionals. [Review]. J Am Dent Assoc, 149, (12), 1011-1023.
  4. Gross AJ, Paskett KT, Cheever VJ, Lipsky MS (2017). Periodontitis: a global disease and the primary care provider's role. [Review]. Postgrad Med J, 93, (1103), 560-565.