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Maxillofacial Surgeries

Maxillofacial surgeries encompass a range of procedures involving the jaw, face, and neck. Here are key types of maxillofacial surgeries:

Orthognathic Surgery:

  • Correction of jaw discrepancies, improving bite and facial balance.
  • Addresses conditions like underbite, overbite, or facial asymmetry.

Dentoalveolar Surgery:

  • Extraction of impacted teeth.
  • Alveoloplasty to reshape the jawbone for denture placement.

Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology:

  • Diagnosis and management of oral diseases, tumors, and cysts.

Facial Trauma Surgery:

  • Reconstruction of facial injuries, fractures, and soft tissue damage.
  • Involves techniques like open reduction and internal fixation.

Head and Neck Cancer Surgery:

  • Removal of tumors in the head and neck region.
  • Reconstruction of affected areas to restore function and appearance.

Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Surgery:

  • Addressing disorders affecting the jaw joint.
  • Arthroscopy, joint replacement, or other procedures to improve TMJ function.

Cleft Lip and Palate Repair:

  • Surgical correction of congenital cleft lip and palate conditions.
  • Multistage procedures for comprehensive reconstruction.

Craniofacial Surgery:

  • Correction of congenital or acquired skull and facial deformities.
  • Collaborative approach involving neurosurgeons and plastic surgeons.

Facial Aesthetic Surgery:

  • Cosmetic procedures to enhance facial aesthetics.
  • Includes rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, and facelifts.

Reconstructive Surgery:

  • Restoration of facial features after trauma, cancer, or congenital abnormalities.
  • Involves tissue grafts, flap reconstruction, and prosthetic devices.

Salivary Gland Surgery:

  • Removal of salivary gland tumors or stones obstructing the ducts.

Maxillofacial Prosthetics:

  • Customized prosthetic devices for facial and oral reconstruction.

These surgeries often require a multidisciplinary approach, involving oral and maxillofacial surgeons, plastic surgeons, orthodontists, and other specialists. The goal is to address functional, aesthetic, and health-related aspects, providing comprehensive care for patients with diverse maxillofacial conditions.

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