Dr. Paul Benson, MD, DMD
Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryNPI: 1275531584
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Dr. Paul Benson is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon with over 20 years of experience in Layton, UT, specializing in wisdom teeth removal, dental implant placement, and corrective jaw surgery. He holds both a dental degree (DMD) and medical degree (MD) from the University of Louisville, along with board certification in dental anesthesia and sedation, allowing him to provide safe and comfortable care for complex procedures. Beyond his practice, Dr. Benson is deeply committed to giving back—he founded The Lip Club and GivingTree.org, nonprofit organizations that support charitable causes, and he regularly travels to developing countries to perform cleft lip and palate surgeries. He is accepting new patients and brings a passion for compassionate care and helping others to everything he does.
Specialties
- 1Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryPrimary
Surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaw, and face
Education & Training
- University of Louisville, DMD, MD (1995-2005) - Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Medicine, Dentistry
- University Of Louisville School Of MedicineMedical School
- University Of Louisville HospitalResidency Hospital
- Brigham Young University, BS Zoology (1992-1995)
- University Of Louisville / School Of DentistryMedical School
Board Certifications
- Board certified in dental anesthesia and sedation
Credential: MD, DMD
NPI registered: 07/11/2005
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Areas of Focus
Beyond the Office
Humanitarian cleft lip and palate surgery missions to developing countries
Founder of The Lip Club 501(c)3 charitable organization
Founder of GivingTree.org 501(c)3 charitable crowdfunding community
Business coaching and mentorship
Serial entrepreneur with businesses in healthcare, beauty, travel, cause marketing and crowdfunding
Passionate about world travel and adventures in the great outdoors
Interests include entrepreneurship, business coaching, mentorship, philanthropy, family, adventure travel, reading, cooking, languages and art
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