Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery are dentistry surgical specialties that emphasize on diagnosis, and medication of diseases, injuries and other defects affecting the hard and soft tissues of the oral maxillofacial regions. It focuses on the reformative surgery of the face, head, neck, oral cavity, and mouth jaws and facial cosmetic surgery. On the other hand, […]
Oral maxillofacial surgery and plastic surgery are two distinct specialties yet similar in most aspects. Oral maxillofacial surgery is a specialty of dentistry that focuses on the diagnosis and medication of illness that affects the face, mouth, and jaws. It is broadly concerned with the structure of the facial skeleton. On the other hand, plastic […]
A smile is a very important aspect of our life. A smile can have a serious effect on our confidence and self-esteem. Cosmetic dentistry has come up to deal with such issues involving the appearance of the teeth and gums as an aspect of smiling. Why A Smile Makeover Cosmetic dentistry may help improve many […]
The temporomandibular joint disorder includes a collection of neuromuscular and musculoskeletal anomalies of the TMJ muscle and surrounding bony structures. TMJ is caused by several factors like genetic causes, environmental, emotional, social, and mental factors. Diagnosis involves an examination of the patient’s medical history and a thorough physical assessment. Diagnosis is also beneficial when there […]
Physical harm to the face, also known as maxillofacial trauma, is facial trauma. Facial trauma can include soft tissue lesions like burns, lacerations, bruises, cranial bone injuries like nasal fractures and jaw fractures, and damage to the eye orbits. Facial injuries can result in disfigurement and loss of function; for example, blindness or difficulties moving […]
Periodontitis is a severe form of gum disease. It is characterized as the dire inflammation of the gum tissue and the root of the teeth that spreads onto the jawbone. The destruction of the jawbone due to acute periodontitis leads to teeth loss. It is more likely in old age; however, it could affect anyone […]
Maxillofacial surgeons are trained to perform complex facial, neck, skull, and neck procedures. They correct abnormalities and diseases to restore function, appearance, and alignment. OMS surgery encompasses corrective, reconstructive, and cosmetic procedures of the oral, maxilla, facial, neck, and head areas. OMS procedures range from simple procedures to complex operations that involve intensive scrutiny and […]
Maxillofacial surgery aims to correct the face, mouth, neck, head, and jaw region abnormalities. After a maxillofacial procedure, healing solely relies on the system and the care given. Similar to all other procedures, maxillofacial surgery has various difficulties post-op. One has to return frequently for follow-ups to ensure the surgery site heals appropriately and treat […]
Complex dental disorders and conditions affecting the oral, maxilla, face, head, and neck region are treated with Oral maxillofacial surgery. Reconstructive surgery of the face, facial injury and trauma, and complex dental operations of the jawbone account for a large portion of the profession. The procedures mostly take at least two hours depending on the […]
Conditions such as cleft lip, cleft palate, craniosynostosis, and other craniofacial anomalies affect a child’s head and facial bones. They are usually congenital, meaning present at birth, and can range from mild to severe. Many children born with a cleft of the lip and/or palate will have missing teeth, particularly in the line of the […]