About Oral Surgery Services
Oral Surgery is a surgical speciality concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the mouth, jaws, face, and neck. It involves both hard and soft tissue management to restore function, comfort, and overall oral health.
Role of Oral Surgeons
Oral surgeons are trained to treat facial and oral abnormalities.
They manage issues related to the hard and soft tissues of the face, mouth, and jaws.
These conditions may affect normal chewing, speech, comfort, and other important aspects of daily living.
Their goal is to restore function, comfort, and oral health.
Services Provided
Removal of Cysts and Oral Tumours
What are cysts and oral tumours?
Jaw tumours and cysts are relatively rare growths or lesions that develop in the jawbone or soft tissues of the mouth and face. They are usually non-cancerous (benign), but in some cases, they can grow aggressively, destroying or displacing surrounding bone, tissues, or teeth.
When do we recommend removal of cysts or oral tumours?
Jaw pain, tenderness, or numbness
Swelling
Changes in facial appearance
A new lump in the face or mouth (painless or painful)
Changes in bite
Looseness of teeth
Management of Dental and Orofacial Trauma
What is dental and orofacial trauma?
Dental and orofacial trauma refers to injuries to the teeth, mouth, jaws, or face. These injuries affect both hard and soft tissues and can significantly impact daily comfort, function, and overall quality of life.
When do we recommend trauma management?
Toothache caused by trauma
TMJ (jaw joint) pain
Myofascial pain
Orofacial pain associated with nerves
Broken or fractured tooth fragments
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oral Surgery?
Oral Surgery is a speciality that deals with diagnosing and treating diseases or abnormalities of the mouth, jaws, face, and neck.
What do Oral Surgeons treat?
Oral surgeons treat conditions involving the hard and soft tissues of the face and mouth, including abnormalities that affect daily function and comfort.
What are jaw cysts and oral tumours?
These are growths or lesions that develop in the jawbone or the soft tissues of the face and mouth. They are often benign but can expand and damage surrounding structures.
When should cysts or oral tumours be removed?
Jaw pain or numbness
Swelling
Facial changes
New lumps in the face or mouth
Bite changes
Loose teeth
What is Dental and Orofacial trauma?
It refers to injuries affecting the teeth, mouth, face, or surrounding tissues and muscles, often impacting function and quality of life.