Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
Provider Gender
MaleAbout John Gillis and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
My passion is to provide excellent care in oral and maxillofacial surgery, treating each patient for their specific needs. I believe every patient deserves quality care and time.
Specializing In
Facial fractures and lacerations
Dentofacial Deformities
Severe Odontogenic Infections
Sleep Apnea
Impacted Wisdom teeth
Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology
Correction of Dentofacial Deformities with Orthognathic Surgery (Corrective Jaw Surgery)
Surgical treatment of obstructive sleep apnea with Maxillomandibular Advancement
Removal of Pathology/Odontogenic Tumors (including Facial Reconstruction)
Pre-Prosthetic Surgery/Alveolar Ridge Augmentations, Sinus Lifts and Dental Implant Surgery
IV Sedation and Removal of Impacted Wisdom Teeth
Treatment of Head and Neck Infections including Osteomyelitis of the Jaws
Interests & Activities
I enjoy golf, mountain biking, Crossfit, camping in our Travel Trailer, and spending time with my wife, kids and two labradoodles.
Hospital Affiliations
Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix
Expertise
Education
- Residency: Christiana Care Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, 2005
- Medical School: University of Mississippi Medical Center, 2000
Board Certifications
- Dentistry, Dentist Anesthesiologist: National Dental Board of Anesthesiology, 2021
- Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery: American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, 2007
Video
Locations
- Banner - University Medical Center Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic
- 1441 North 12th Street, Floor 3, Phoenix, AZ 85006
- phone: 602-521-5150
- fax: 602-521-5151
Testimonials
4.8 out of 5.0
187 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2025
Dr. Gillis was able to look at my previous dental work and xrays and develop a care plan appropriate for my needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
Very good experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Knowledge and experience was excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
We trust that he is the best provider for oral surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
Excellent Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Thorough explanation of process
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
Dr Gillis and his PA listened to my concerns, explained my medical issues thoroughly and answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/6/2025
Easy-going atmosphere. All questions answered.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2025
Dr Gillis is the best and has a great reputation! He was attentive and gave us a complete breakdown of our options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2025
He's a true professional in every way!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
Dr. Gillis is a great oral surgeon!! He cares and listens.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2025
He is knowledgeable and experienced and has given me great treatment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2024
Dr Gillis is highly skilled, friendly, efficient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2024
Great team
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2024
Dr Gillis is informative and willing to explain medical terms in a manner that I could understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2024
No nonsense kind of guy
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2024
He's a very intelligent and caring doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2024
Nice and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2024
Provides excellent medical advice and care, listens to the patient, and is very personable, responsive, and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2024
Dr.John Gillis DMD. Paid attention to my concerns and addressed every single one of them. He is a good listener and provided solutions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/31/2024
Dr. Gillis was smart, confident, spoke in terms that were understood, kind and understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2024
Dr Gillis really went all out to remedy my problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2024
His actions are above reproach. Very intelligent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2024
Professional and courteous.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2023
He has a great bedside manner and took the time to answer my questions in detail.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2023
Dr. Gillis, and his amazing staff of Residents, are gifted surgeons in their specialty, and I would highly recommend any one of them to treat a family member or friend in need of a physician in this area.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2023
Thorough and professional and answered all my questions related to my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2023
Experienced and confident.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2023
He took good care of me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2023
He is a good doctor and oral surgeon. He is kind and reassuring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2023
He is a great Doctor inspires confidence a person you can trust.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2023
He was nice and make sure I was taken care of and did what he could to help.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2023
Knowledgeable, addressed my concerns mostly, answered my questions, gave outline of ongoing plan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2023
His team explained fully the situation and recommended follow-up.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2023
Fantastic and compassionate surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2023
Very nice person knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2023
His resident doctor and himself worked together to examine and evaluate my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2023
Amazing doctor and he knows exactly what he's doing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2023
He was very straightforward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2023
Excellent surgeon and very patient oriented.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2023
He did a good job as far as I can tell.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2024
The residents and Dr Gillis are always very thorough and their charting is accurate which is always refreshing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2024
He was knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2023
I think he is a very capable doctor
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Banner - University Medical Center Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic
1441 North 12th Street, Floor 3, Phoenix, AZ 85006
Banner - University Medical Center Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic
1441 North 12th Street, Floor 3, Phoenix, AZ 85006