Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery: (Minor & Major Surgery)
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is a specialized branch of dentistry that focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects involving the mouth, jaws, face, and related structures.
It includes:
- Minor Oral Surgery: These are less invasive procedures usually performed under local anesthesia. Examples include:
- Tooth extractions (including wisdom teeth)
- Biopsy of oral lesions
- Treatment of minor infections or cysts
- Frenectomy (removal of the tissue connecting the lips or tongue to the gums)
- Major Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: These are complex surgical procedures often performed under general anesthesia. Examples include:
- Corrective jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery)
- Facial trauma repair (fractures of the jaw or facial bones)
- Surgical treatment of oral cancers or tumors
- Reconstructive surgery for congenital defects like cleft lip and palate
This specialty combines dental, surgical, and medical knowledge to address both functional and aesthetic concerns in the oral and facial regions.