An impacted wisdom tooth can damage neighboring teeth or become infected. It can also invite bacteria that lead to gum disease.
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorders are not uncommon. Individuals with a TMJ disorder may experience a variety of symptoms, such as earaches, headaches and limited ability to open their mouth.
Facial trauma injuries include fractures of the upper and lower jaws and the orbits surrounding the eyes, and facial lacerations.
Orthognathic surgery is performed to correct the misalignment of jaws and teeth.
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are extensively trained to appropriately administer local anesthesia, all forms of sedation and general anesthesia
Close to 42,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or pharyngeal cancer this year. Here’s what you need to know.
Extensive education and training in surgical procedures involving skin, muscle, bone and cartilage finely attune the oral and maxillofacial surgeon to the
Extensive education and training in surgical procedures involving skin, muscle, bone and cartilage finely attune the oral and maxillofacial surgeon to the need
Extensive education and training in surgical procedures involving skin, muscle, bone and cartilage finely attune the oral and maxillofacial surgeon to the need for harmony
Extensive education and training in surgical procedures involving skin, muscle, bone and cartilage finely attune the oral and maxillofacial surgeon to the need for harmony between facial appearance and function. As a result, OMSs are uniqely qualified to perform facial cosmetic surgical procedures.
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a serious and even life-threatening condition. The risks of undiagnosed OSA are many.
Dental implant surgery is, of course, surgery, and is best performed by a trained surgeon with specialized education and training.
A cleft lip may require one or more surgeries depending on the extent of the repair needed.