Maxillofacial Surgery

Maxillofacial Surgery

Oral and maxillofacial surgery stands out as a medical discipline encompassing surgical interventions in the mouth, jaw, face, and skull regions. This surgical field often serves as a bridge between dentistry and medicine, addressing a range of complex oral and maxillofacial (jaw and face) issues. 

Treatment Areas

• Tooth Extraction and Wisdom Tooth Issues: Oral and maxillofacial surgeons focus on routine procedures like tooth extraction and specifically address issues related to wisdom teeth.
• Jaw Cysts and Tumors: Diagnosis, treatment, and surgical removal of cysts and tumors within the jaw fall within the expertise of maxillofacial surgery.
• Jaw Fractures and Trauma: Treatment of fractures in the face and jaw regions is within the competence of maxillofacial surgeons.
• Orthognathic Surgery: Collaborating with orthodontists, oral and maxillofacial surgeons perform surgical interventions to correct jaw structures in orthodontic treatments.

Jaw Aesthetics

• Jaw Reshaping: For aesthetic purposes, maxillofacial surgeons perform surgical procedures to correct, strengthen, or soften the jawline.
• Jaw Implants: Addressing post-tooth loss situations, maxillofacial surgeons place jaw implants to support the jawbone and maintain facial contours.

Surgical Interventions and Technology

• Minimally Invasive Surgery: Advanced technology allows maxillofacial surgeons to often opt for minimally invasive procedures, resulting in faster recovery times and reduced discomfort.
• 3D Imaging Technology: Maxillofacial surgeons use 3D imaging technologies to thoroughly examine patients' jaw structures, enabling more precise and effective surgical interventions.