The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects affecting the mouth, jaws, face, and neck. It bridges the fields of dentistry and medicine, offering advanced care for conditions ranging from facial trauma and jaw misalignment to oral cancers and complex tooth extractions. Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons are trained to perform both functional and reconstructive procedures using techniques that restore aesthetics, speech, chewing, and overall facial harmony. The department also plays a vital role in supporting other specialties like ENT, plastic surgery, oncology, and orthodontics.
Roles and Responsibilities
👨‍⚕️ Physicians:
Performing complex tooth extractions, including impacted and wisdom teeth.
Managing facial trauma involving the jaw, cheekbones, orbit, and soft tissues.
Treating oral and jaw tumors, cysts, and precancerous lesions.
Conducting orthognathic (corrective jaw) surgery for facial deformities and bite issues.
Performing temporomandibular joint (TMJ) surgery for chronic jaw pain and dysfunction.
Managing oral infections, abscesses, and severe dental pathologies.
Performing reconstructive surgeries after trauma, cancer surgery, or congenital defects.
Providing dental implants and bone grafts for prosthetic rehabilitation.
Working closely with oncologists and ENT specialists for head and neck cancer surgery.
Conducting biopsies and providing support in diagnosis and treatment planning.
Common Conditions We Treat
đź’“ Conditions Treated by Physicians:
Impacted Wisdom Teeth
Facial and Jaw Fractures
Oral and Jaw Cysts & Tumors
TMJ Disorders
Cleft Lip and Palate
Oral Cancer (surgical resection and reconstruction)
Orthognathic (Jaw) Deformities
Facial Asymmetry
Chronic Dental Infections
Maxillary Sinus Surgery
Salivary Gland Disorders
Dental Implant Surgery
Post-trauma Reconstructive Surgery
Importance in Public Health
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery plays a pivotal role in addressing facial trauma, oral cancers, congenital anomalies, and chronic dental issues, all of which significantly impact an individual’s health, function, and self-esteem. Early intervention can prevent complications such as airway obstruction, malnutrition, speech difficulty, and infection spread. The department also contributes to tobacco cessation programs, oral cancer awareness, and dental screening camps, promoting overall oral health. By restoring both appearance and function, this specialty enhances quality of life, psychological well-being, and social confidence, especially in vulnerable populations like trauma victims and cancer survivors.
"We believe in healing beyond treatment — empowering you with compassion, expertise, and unwavering support at every stage of your health journey. No matter the challenge, you’re never alone. Together, we move toward a stronger, healthier future."