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Carter T. Bruett
( out of 59 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
  • improving clinical treatment options for oral mucous membrane diseases such as dysplasia, lichen planus, and burning mouth syndrome/oral neuropathies.

Specialties

Patient Rating

5.0 /5
( out of 59 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.


2026-03-07
EXTERNAL SITE

Dr. Bruett was awesome! He listened to my issues and provided guidance on how to proceed with treatment. I highly recommend Dr. Bruett.

2026-02-02
EXTERNAL SITE

As I mentioned was very easy to speak with and was absolutely aware of my reason being being there . Appointment was earlier then a month out and they scheduled me for a visit after a cancellation so was AWESOME!

2026-01-28
EXTERNAL SITE

very friendly, listens to concerns and highly knowledgeable.

2025-12-12
EXTERNAL SITE

Listens, friendly and knowledgeable

2025-12-07
EXTERNAL SITE

DR Bruett is trained in the type of care i need truly professional

2025-11-21
EXTERNAL SITE

Great Professional Dentist

2025-11-14
EXTERNAL SITE

Professional, good communication. Did his best to make it less painful. Calm demeanor. Excellent follow-up.

2025-10-31
EXTERNAL SITE

Words cannot describe how grateful i am to DR Bruett please pass along my thanks to him

2025-10-10
EXTERNAL SITE

Took the time to answer all my questions and explain everything to my satisfaction.

2025-08-22
EXTERNAL SITE

I would recommend him to anyone and ask for him to treat me again

2025-06-20
EXTERNAL SITE

Very capable and professional, with a friendly manner.

2025-06-10
EXTERNAL SITE

Wow Dr. Bruett is not just a great dentist but also a wonderful human! He was so kind and explained things in a way I understood. He took time to answer my questions, let me know what to expect after the visit, and let me know how I could get in touch with questions. I had a very positive experience and am grateful for his knowledge and compassion.

2025-05-30
EXTERNAL SITE

Dr. Carter Bruett is extremely knowledgable and explains your diagnosis in full detail. I highly recommend him!

2025-05-23
EXTERNAL SITE

He is kind and respectful!!

2025-05-23
EXTERNAL SITE

They did well.

2025-04-22
EXTERNAL SITE

Pleasant, I didn't feel rushed, knowledgeable. He called me back with the results of my biopsy.

2025-03-28
EXTERNAL SITE

Dr. Bruett is very friendly, took time to put me at ease and answer my questions and concerns.

2025-03-28
EXTERNAL SITE

Took the time to answer all my questions and concerns fully. Felt very reassured.

2025-02-14
EXTERNAL SITE

I was a very nervous and worried patient but his explanations and thoroughness were very reassuring.

2025-01-17
EXTERNAL SITE

Dr Bruett knows his stuff.

2025-01-17
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.

2025-01-15
EXTERNAL SITE

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

2024-12-06
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.

2024-12-05
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.

2024-10-30
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.

2024-10-18
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

2024-10-06
EXTERNAL SITE

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


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.

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
  • improving clinical treatment options for oral mucous membrane diseases such as dysplasia, lichen planus, and burning mouth syndrome/oral neuropathies.

Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Dermatology -Adjunct Assistant Professor

Education history

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

Selected Publications

Journal Article

  1. 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.
  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. Bruett CT, Roark S, Reich RF, Freedman P (2023). CD1a is Not Effective in Distinguishing Calcifying Epithelial Odontogenic Tumor from Amyloid-Rich Central Odontogenic Fibroma. Oral surgery, oral medicine, oral pathology and oral radiology,

Review

  1. Roark SC, Bruett CT, Dominger MG, Freedman PD, Reich R (2024). Malakoplakia Involving the Maxilla: A Case Report and a Review of the Literature. Head and neck pathology, 18(1), 57.