Prairie Oral and Facial Surgery: Clear Answers When Your Child Needs Oral Surgery
From wisdom teeth to corrective jaw surgery, Prairie Oral and Facial Surgery explains what to expect, with kid-friendly anesthesia options right in its Fargo clinic.
Learning that your child needs oral surgery can feel intimidating. Even a fairly common procedure can leave parents wondering what treatment will involve, how their child will stay comfortable and what recovery looks like. At Prairie Oral and Facial Surgery, those questions are welcome.
The practice is led by oral and maxillofacial surgeons Dr. Ryan Smart and Dr. Corbett Haas, along with a dedicated team that believes great care starts with listening. Their goal is to give families clear information, thoughtful guidance and confidence at every stage of treatment.
Care for Growing Smiles
Children and teens are referred to Prairie for several reasons. Sometimes an orthodontist decides one or more teeth need to be removed to create space or support a larger treatment plan. In those situations, Prairie works as part of the child's broader care team and coordinates with the referring orthodontist or dental provider.
Anesthesia Options Close to Home
Prairie offers anesthesia services designed to help patients receive treatment as comfortably as possible. Options include IV sedation and general anesthesia, depending on the procedure and the patient's individual needs.
The practice also partners with anesthesia providers to offer specialized services for pediatric patients within its private Fargo clinic. For many eligible children, that is an alternative to receiving the same care in a hospital setting.
That convenience can make a real difference for families. Parents can bring their child to a familiar, focused clinical environment while receiving care from professionals experienced in surgical and anesthesia-related needs.
When Orthodontics Is Only Part of the Solution
Some children and teens have jaw-development concerns that braces alone cannot correct. In those cases, corrective jaw surgery, also known as orthognathic surgery, may become part of a coordinated treatment plan involving an oral surgeon and an orthodontist.
Corrective jaw surgery realigns the jaws and teeth. Depending on the patient, it may improve bite alignment and functions such as chewing, speaking, swallowing or breathing. Because every case is different, treatment begins with a detailed evaluation and an individualized surgical plan.
Prairie guides families through the whole process, helping them understand why surgery has been recommended, what to expect during treatment and how recovery will progress.
Where questions are taken seriously and treatment is explained clearly.
Prairie Oral and Facial Surgery: Advanced Training, Personal Care
Dr. Smart and Dr. Haas are dual-degree oral and maxillofacial surgeons, holding both dental and medical degrees. Both are graduates of Harvard Medical School and have completed extensive surgical training involving oral health, facial anatomy, anesthesia and complex conditions affecting the teeth and jaws.
When Might a Child or Teen Be Referred to an Oral Surgeon?
A tooth needs to be removed as part of orthodontic treatment.
Wisdom teeth are impacted, crowded, painful or difficult to keep healthy.
A child needs specialized anesthesia for an oral procedure.
Jaw growth or alignment is affecting the bite or facial balance.
Orthodontics alone cannot fully correct a significant jaw misalignment.
Helping Families Feel Prepared
Prairie's mission goes beyond completing procedures. The practice is committed to elevating the community through active engagement and exceptional care.
For parents, that means having a place where questions are taken seriously and treatment is explained clearly. Whether a child needs an extraction connected to orthodontic treatment, a teenager is preparing for wisdom teeth removal, or a family is starting the corrective jaw surgery process, Prairie's team is ready to help them take the next step with more confidence.
Families can also follow the practice on Instagram for educational info, uplifting team content, community involvement and a behind-the-scenes look at the people providing their care.
Prairie Oral and Facial Surgery
2585 23rd Ave S, Suite A, Fargo, ND 58103
1225 Washington Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 (by appointment)
Call 701-478-4404
prairieoralsurgery.com
Facebook | Instagram
Find Them
Fargo
Detroit Lakes
Read It in the Magazine
Frequently Asked Questions
What anesthesia options does Prairie offer for kids?
Options include IV sedation and general anesthesia, depending on the procedure and the patient's needs. For many eligible children, pediatric anesthesia services are available in Prairie's private Fargo clinic instead of a hospital setting.
When might my child need an oral surgeon?
Common reasons include a tooth that has to come out as part of orthodontic treatment, impacted or painful wisdom teeth, a need for specialized anesthesia, or jaw growth that is affecting the bite or facial balance.
What is corrective jaw surgery?
Also called orthognathic surgery, it realigns the jaws and teeth and may improve bite alignment and functions like chewing, speaking, swallowing or breathing. It is planned with an oral surgeon and an orthodontist after a detailed evaluation.
Who are the surgeons?
Dr. Ryan Smart and Dr. Corbett Haas are dual-degree oral and maxillofacial surgeons with both dental and medical degrees, and both graduated from Harvard Medical School.
Where is Prairie Oral and Facial Surgery located?
The main clinic is at 2585 23rd Ave S, Suite A in Fargo. There is also a Detroit Lakes location at 1225 Washington Ave. Call 701-478-4404 to get started.
Published October 20, 2026
