Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Oral and maxillofacial surgery is a branch of dentistry that deals with the surgical treatment of various diseases, injuries, and deformities in the teeth, mouth, and jaw regions. The oral and maxillofacial surgery services offered at our dental clinic aim to improve our patients’ oral health and overall quality of life.

What is Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?

Oral and maxillofacial surgery is a specialized area of dentistry that includes surgical interventions to treat the following conditions:

Tooth Extraction: Particularly the extraction of impacted or problematic teeth (such as wisdom teeth).
Dental Implants: Placement of artificial tooth roots (implants) to replace missing teeth.
Jaw Surgery: Correction of jawbone and facial deformities, treatment of jaw fractures, and injuries.
Orthognathic Surgery: Surgical correction of jaw alignment and skeletal problems.
Tumor and Cyst Treatment: Removal of benign or malignant tumors and cysts in the oral and jaw regions.
Periodontal Surgery: Treatment of advanced periodontal (gum) diseases.
Cleft Lip and Palate Treatment: Surgical correction of congenital abnormalities.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Treatments

Tooth Extraction: The removal of impacted teeth, infected teeth, or problematic teeth is a common procedure in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Wisdom tooth extraction, in particular, may require surgical intervention.
Dental Implants: Titanium dental implants are placed to replace missing teeth. Implants function like natural tooth roots and support prosthetic teeth.
Jaw Surgery: Treatment of jawbone fractures, jaw deformities, and facial injuries falls under jaw surgery. These surgical interventions improve patients’ chewing function and aesthetic appearance.
Orthognathic Surgery: Orthognathic surgery is performed for patients with jaw alignment issues. This procedure involves reshaping and aligning the jawbones.
Tumor and Cyst Treatment: Tumors and cysts in the oral and jaw regions are surgically removed and sent for pathological examination.
Periodontal Surgery: In the treatment of advanced periodontal diseases, surgical interventions are used to improve the gums and surrounding tissues.
Cleft Lip and Palate Treatment: Congenital cleft lip and palate are surgically corrected. These procedures are planned and performed from infancy onwards.

Advantages of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Expertise and Experience: Oral and maxillofacial surgery is a specialized field. At our dental clinic, you will be treated by experienced and expert dentists in this area.
Advanced Technology: Safe and effective treatment results are achieved using modern surgical techniques and equipment.
Comprehensive Treatment Options: Oral and maxillofacial surgery offers a wide range of treatment options. Solutions tailored to each patient’s individual needs are provided.
Long-term Solutions: Surgical interventions offer long-term and permanent solutions. Improving your oral health enhances your overall quality of life.

Who is Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Suitable For?

Oral and maxillofacial surgery is suitable for patients experiencing various oral and jaw problems, particularly those who:

Have impacted or problematic teeth,
Want to replace missing teeth with dental implants,
Have deformities or alignment issues in the jawbones,
Have tumors or cysts in the oral or jaw regions,
Suffer from advanced periodontal disease,
Have congenital abnormalities such as cleft lip and palate.

Why Choose Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?

Oral and maxillofacial surgery offers comprehensive and specialized treatments. At our dental clinic, we are here with modern surgical techniques and expert dentists to improve your oral and maxillofacial health in the best possible way.

Contact us to schedule an appointment or to learn more. We are here to help you achieve a healthy and aesthetically pleasing oral and jaw structure!