Carter T. Bruett
( out of 16 reviews )

Carter T. Bruett, DDS, MEd

Languages spoken: English, Spanish

  • Born and raised in Salt Lake City, Dr. Carter Bruett received his B.S., M.Ed. and D.D.S. degrees from the University of Utah. He then set off to New York City where he was trained in oral and maxillofacial pathology at New York Presbyterian/Queens in collaboration with Weill-Cornell Medicine, and New York University Langone Health. Returning to the University of Utah, he now is a full time academic dentist teaching at the School of Dentistry and seeing patients with clinical oral pathology needs through the University faculty practice. Dr. Bruett's research interests include exploring the mechanisms and management of Sjögren Syndrome, investigating the impact of chronic autoimmune conditions on the oral mucosa, identifying novel characteristics of the mechanisms of head and neck pathologies, and improving clinical treatment options for oral mucous membrane diseases such as dysplasia, lichen planus, and burning mouth syndrome/oral neuropathies.

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    Patient Rating

    5.0 /5
    ( out of 16 reviews )

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    January 17, 2025
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Dr Bruett knows his stuff.

    January 17, 2025
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Dr Bruett jumped into a busy practice at UU and since he did the availability of appointments has been so much better. He's very competent so I am Not at all concerned about switching primary doctors.

    January 15, 2025
    EXTERNAL SITE

    He is extremely knowledgeable and extremely good at explaining and communicating and so nice and kind

    December 06, 2024
    NOORDA ORAL HEALTH EDUCATION BUILDING

    I'm very pleased with with you. I feel I found the Doctor who understands my health. Thank you for the patience and genuine concerns.

    December 05, 2024
    NOORDA ORAL HEALTH EDUCATION BUILDING

    I was very nervous for my appointment. Dr. Brett made me feel so comfortable and explained everything to me. I left their feeling a lot better.

    October 30, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    I'm pleased with Dr. Bruett he knew how to treat my problem and was very positive about treating my issue. I would like to continue as a patient with him.

    October 18, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Dr Bruett, said I could call him Carter, is very attentive. He listens and then asks questions. Never interrupts or hurries, he waits patiently until you're done. That is rare these days. If I ever need a pathologist again, Dr Bruett is the one I'll call

    October 06, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    He is so knowledgeable and kind and explains things so you can understand.

  • Born and raised in Salt Lake City, Dr. Carter Bruett received his B.S., M.Ed. and D.D.S. degrees from the University of Utah. He then set off to New York City where he was trained in oral and maxillofacial pathology at New York Presbyterian/Queens in collaboration with Weill-Cornell Medicine, and New York University Langone Health. Returning to the University of Utah, he now is a full time academic dentist teaching at the School of Dentistry and seeing patients with clinical oral pathology needs through the University faculty practice. Dr. Bruett's research interests include exploring the mechanisms and management of Sjögren Syndrome, investigating the impact of chronic autoimmune conditions on the oral mucosa, identifying novel characteristics of the mechanisms of head and neck pathologies, and improving clinical treatment options for oral mucous membrane diseases such as dysplasia, lichen planus, and burning mouth syndrome/oral neuropathies.

    Education history

    Internship/Residency Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology - New York Presbyterian Queens Hospital Resident
    Graduate Training Educational Psychology - Instructional Design and Educational Technology - University of Utah M.Ed.
    Doctoral Training Dentistry with a Capstone in Oral Pathology - University of Utah School of Dentistry D.D.S.
    Undergraduate Emphasis: Cell and Molecular Biology; Minor: Chemistry - University of Utah B.S.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Bruett CT, Roark S, Reich RF, Freedman PD (2023). CD1a is Not Effective in Distinguishing Calcifying Epithelial Odontogenic Tumor from Amyloid-Rich Central Odontogenic Fibroma. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol.
    2. Bruett CT, Trump BG, Adams DR, Halpern LR (2020). Orofacial Granulomatosis: A Case Treated with Azithromycin Pulse Therapy, Review of the Literature and an Algorithm for Diagnosis. IDCases, 21(e00924).
    3. Hanson GR, McMillan S, Mower K, Bruett CT, Duarte L, Koduri S, Pinzon L, Warthen M, Smith K, Meeks H, Trump B (2019). Comprehensive oral care improves treatment outcomes in male and female patients with high-severity and chronic substance use disorders. J Am Dent Assoc, 150(7), 591-601. (Read full article)

    Review

    1. Roark SC, Bruett CT, Dominger MG, Freedman PD, Reich RF (2024). Malakoplakia Involving the Maxilla: A Case Report and a Review of the Literature. [Review]. Head Neck Pathol, 18(1), 57. (Read full article)