An oral surgeon, also called a maxillofacial surgeon, specializes in procedures related to the mouth, jaw, and even the entire face. Many patients who have had an accident and require reconstructive dental treatment will see an oral surgeon.
Oral surgery
is a broad term for any operation that is performed on the teeth, gums, jaw, or surrounding oral and facial structures. It includes a wide range of procedures, including tooth extractions, dental bone grafts, periodontal (gum) grafts, and corrective jaw surgery.They will also take dental x-rays and scans to get a clear view of the tooth roots, jaw, nerves, and other important oral reference points. Maxillofacial surgeons, sometimes called oral and maxillofacial surgeons, are trained to treat a wide variety of conditions and injuries affecting the head, neck, mouth, jaw and face. In the United Kingdom, oral and maxillofacial surgery is one of ten medical specialties that require MRCS and FRCS exams. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons usually repair cleft lips and cleft palate to restore normal eating function and help a child develop appropriate speech patterns later in life.
The overall goal of oral surgery is to address any problem that interferes with your health or quality of life. The length of the procedure will depend on several factors, such as the type of oral surgery you are undergoing, the number of teeth being treated, and whether or not you choose sedation. In addition to common dental services, an oral surgeon can also treat dental and facial injuries, such as jaw fractures and broken or fallen teeth. Maxillofacial surgeons treat many of the same conditions as oral surgeons; in fact, depending on the doctor, the terms may be interchangeable.
The field of oral and maxillofacial surgery in India includes the practice of head and neck cancer, facial cosmetic surgery, microvascular surgery, craniomaxillofacial injuries, and cleft and craniomaxillofacial surgery. As with any procedure, you should be aware of the risks or complications associated with oral surgery. An oral surgeon attends four years of dental school and at least four years of surgical residency in a hospital. Because they focus on the oral area, maxillofacial surgeons generally attend dental school first for four years after receiving their bachelor's degree.
Most dentists prefer to keep their natural teeth whenever possible, but extractions are sometimes necessary to preserve overall oral health. In the United States, four-year residency programs grant a certificate of specialized training in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
