Meet John Hur, DDS, MD
Dr. John Hur is a dual-degree, board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon trained at UCSF, Columbia University, and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital who performs dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, jaw surgery, facial trauma repair, and sedation.
Board Certified
American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
About Dr. John Hur
Dr. John Hur is a dual-degree oral and maxillofacial surgeon who combines advanced academic training with extensive surgical experience. He grew up in Illinois and graduated with honors from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology.
Dr. Hur earned his dental degree at the University of California San Francisco School of Dentistry where he graduated near the top of his class and contributed significantly to craniofacial research. He then completed medical school at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. His Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency took place at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and Columbia University Medical Center where he received comprehensive training in anesthesia, trauma, pathology, general surgery, and reconstructive surgery.
Patient-Focused Philosophy
Dr. Hur is committed to providing thoughtful, individualized care. He takes the time to explain procedures, answer questions, and guide patients through every step of their treatment plan. His approach emphasizes both functional improvement and aesthetic results whether removing problematic wisdom teeth, reconstructing a jaw, or placing dental implants.
Education
- B.S. in Molecular and Cellular Biology | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) | University of California San Francisco School of Dentistry
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) | Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency | NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital & Columbia University Medical Center
Certifications
- Board Certified, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Hur provides expert care in:
- Wisdom teeth removal and extractions
- Dental implants and digitally guided implant surgery
- Bone grafting and ridge augmentation
- Corrective jaw (orthognathic) surgery
- Facial trauma repair and pathology treatment
- TMJ and reconstructive facial procedures
- Local, nitrous oxide, and IV sedation