Dr. Alexander N. Nguyen
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon in Surprise, AZ
Dr. Logan Sardzinski is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate, and safe surgical care to patients of all ages. Originally from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Dr. Sardzinski grew up around dentistry through his father, a general dentist, which gave him an early appreciation for both the profession and the importance of meaningful relationships between dentists and their patients. His own path to oral and maxillofacial surgery was shaped by his interests in science, research, teaching, and patient care.
Education and Training
Dr. Sardzinski earned his undergraduate degree in Chemistry from St. Olaf College, where he conducted research focused on organic chemistry synthesis. During college, he also participated in a month-long dental mission trip to Peru, providing dental care to underserved communities. These experiences strengthened his interest in combining science with a career centered on patient care.
He went on to earn his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics. While in dental school, Dr. Sardzinski participated in research investigating non-syndromic orofacial clefting and completed a dental externship at the Central Iowa Veterans Affairs Hospital. He also received awards from the American Society of Dental Anesthesiology in recognition of his interest and achievement in dental anesthesia.
Following dental school, Dr. Sardzinski completed a one-year oral surgery fellowship in the Department of Surgical Specialties at the University of Nebraska College of Dentistry in Lincoln, Nebraska. During this time, he provided oral surgery procedures and sedation services to dental school patients under the direct mentorship of faculty surgeons. He then returned to Iowa for his four-year residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.
Areas of Specialization
During residency, Dr. Sardzinski received broad training in oral and maxillofacial surgery, with particular emphasis on corrective jaw (orthognathic) surgery, outpatient deep sedation and general anesthesia, dentoalveolar surgery, dental implants, bone grafting, facial trauma, oral pathology, and maxillofacial reconstruction for patients with cleft lip and palate. He was recognized with a UI Healthcare 2024 Patient's Choice Award for his commitment to patient care.
Anesthesia Expertise
Anesthesia is a particular area of expertise for Dr. Sardzinski. His training included five months of hospital-based anesthesia with the Department of Anesthesia, including a dedicated month of pediatric anesthesia. Over the course of his four years of residency, he provided outpatient deep sedation and general anesthesia for more than 1,000 patients, including more than 100 pediatric sedation cases. He maintains BLS, ACLS, PALS, and ATLS certifications and is currently board eligible with the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, pursuing certification with both organizations.
Clinical Interests
Dr. Sardzinski has a particular interest in dental implant surgery, bone grafting, sinus augmentation, corrective jaw surgery, and providing safe and comfortable anesthesia for surgical procedures. He also enjoys caring for patients requiring wisdom tooth removal and other dentoalveolar procedures, as well as patients with facial trauma, oral pathology, and complex maxillofacial conditions. His training in orthognathic surgery and cleft-related reconstruction allows him to care for patients with a broad range of surgical needs.
Teaching and Publications
In addition to his clinical training, Dr. Sardzinski has a strong interest in education. Following dental school, he served as an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor in the Departments of Family Dentistry and Oral Surgery at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, where he taught and supervised dental students in the clinical setting. He has also contributed to the oral and maxillofacial surgery literature, including a recent publication examining mandibular distraction osteogenesis in the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
Associations and Memberships
Dr. Sardzinski is a member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and the American Dental Association. He is committed to providing individualized care and believes that patients should feel informed, comfortable, and confident throughout their surgical experience. He strives to combine the advanced surgical and anesthesia training of a hospital-based residency with the personalized care of a private practice setting.
Outside the Office
Outside of the office, Dr. Sardzinski enjoys hiking, traveling, skiing, cooking, exploring his interest in automobiles, and playing the piano. He chose to make Arizona his home because of its year-round outdoor opportunities, beautiful landscapes, and warmer climate.
Dr. Sardzinski looks forward to serving patients and families throughout the Arizona community. |
