Jim Howell, DMD

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

Specialties

Biography

From Anchorage, Alaska, to his hometown of Greenville, South Carolina, board-certified oral surgeon Dr. Jim W. Howell has seen patients in new and familiar frontiers.

Dr. Howell earned his Business degree with an emphasis in Marketing from Clemson University in 2002. In 2007, he graduated with a Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine. As a general dentist for 2 years, he also worked as an adjunct professor at the University of Florida’s College of Dental Medicine.

In 2009, he returned to MUSC for his oral and maxillofacial residency. His career took him to Anchorage, Alaska, where he held various teaching appointments as an oral surgeon with the NYU Lutheran Dental Medicine’s partnership with the Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) in Juneau, AK.

Certifications & Professional Associations

  • Board-certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS)
  • American Dental Academy (ADA)
  • American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS)
  • South Carolina Dental Association (SCDA)

Education

  • Fellow—American College Dentists (ACD)
  • Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)—Medical University of South Carolina James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine
  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency—Medical University of South Carolina Dept. of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Fellowship in Orthognathic Reconstructive Surgery—Carolinas Centers for Oral, Facial, Cosmetic, & Dental Implant Surgery

Patient Testimonials

  • Care and Professionalism

    Amazing experience. The entire staff are caring, conscientious, and helpful. Dr. Howell spent a long relaxed time with me to explain the procedure, get to know me, and to answer all my questions. I am grateful for their care and professionalism.
    - David R.
  • Good Morale And Skill

    High Tech, modern, and clean facility. Straightforward pre-treatment plan. The nursing staff and surgeon showed confidence, communication, good morale, and skill. Had cracked tooth with root canal extracted and bone graft.
    - Ben H.
  • Kind Helpful and Knowledgable

    Dr. Howell and his team are outstanding! Every single person in the office is kind, helpful, and knowledgeable. Their communication is flawless. Dr. Howell is not only a very skilled surgeon, but a genuinely kind person who exudes compassion and has always taken time to answer all of my questions. I would recommend this practice 100%.
    - Beth J.
  • Exceeded My Expectations

    Carolinas Center for Oral and Facial Surgery exceeded my expectations. From check-in to checkout, each step was efficient and seamless. I appreciate the time Dr. Howell and staff took to explain the surgery and post-op instructions during our consult. I have no doubt we are in the best hands. What a relief it is to find such a completely competent oral surgery office offering exceptional care. There’s nothing like the feeling of knowing you’re in the best place possible. Thank you!
    - Candice C.
  • I'll Be Sure to Go Back

    My daughter had her wisdom teeth removed by Dr Howell. He was very pleasant, made sure we knew exactly what was being done and why, and his staff followed up after the surgery to ensure everything was going well. If my other kids need the same procedure I'll be sure to go back.
    - Craig L.