Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Oral surgery is a general term ranging from procedures aimed at treating complex dental problems to others that restore oral function and improve overall dental health. Our well-trained oral surgeons strive to provide specialized care in a comfortable and supportive environment.
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Procedures
Anesthesia
Local or sedation
Treatment Duration
1 to 3 hours
Stay in Istanbul
3 to 7 days
Return to Social Life
3 to 7 days
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What Is Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery?
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is a specialty of dentistry and a surgical branch concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injuries and deformities of the hard and soft tissues of the mouth, jaws, face and neck. Surgeons specialized in this field are called oral and maxillofacial surgeons. These specialists have extensive knowledge in both dentistry and medicine.
They perform more complex surgical operations that general dentists cannot. This specialty addresses both congenital anomalies and problems resulting from trauma or disease acquired later in life. Treatment methods may include conservative treatments as well as surgical procedures. This multidisciplinary approach ensures that patients get the best results.
How Does the Process Work in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?
For a patient who consults an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, the process begins with a detailed evaluation. At the first examination, the patient’s complaints are heard and an intraoral examination is performed. Advanced imaging methods such as digital X-rays, panoramic X-rays or three-dimensional dental tomography (CT) are used to make a diagnosis.
Once a diagnosis is made, the most suitable treatment plan is created for the patient. Treatment can be performed under local anesthesia, sedation or general anesthesia. The surgeon decides on the most appropriate anesthesia method to ensure the patient’s comfort and increase the success of the operation.
After the operation, the patient is given detailed care instructions to speed up recovery and prevent possible complications. Follow-up appointments are scheduled to monitor whether healing is progressing properly.
When Is Oral Surgery Necessary?
Oral surgery is necessary to deal with a variety of health problems and conditions. Tooth extraction is performed when teeth are severely decayed, infected or in the wrong position. In addition, removal of wisdom teeth is very common, as these teeth often create a lack of space or a risk of infection.
Oral surgery is also required when dental implants are placed to replace lost teeth. Beyond that, conditions such as jaw irregularities, gum disease or oral cancer may also require surgical intervention. Such interventions are carried out to protect oral health and to have a positive effect on overall health.
These procedures aim to improve patients’ oral health and overall quality of life. Oral surgery is usually performed by dentists or oral surgeons, and suitable treatment plans are created according to each patient’s condition.
What Are Oral and Maxillofacial Procedures?
Oral and maxillofacial surgery covers a wide range of areas of practice and makes it possible to solve both medical and cosmetic problems.
Some of these procedures can be listed as follows:
- Implants (maxillofacial, dental)
- Tooth Extraction
- Impacted Tooth Extraction
- Sinus Lifting (Sinus Augmentation)
- Within jaw surgery: Genioplasty, Maxillary Osteotomy, Mandibular Osteotomy, Bimaxillary Osteotomy
- Within temporomandibular joint (jaw joint) surgery: Arthrocentesis, Arthroscopy, Open Joint Surgery
- Cyst or Tumor Resections
Frequently Asked Questions
No, not every impacted tooth has to be extracted. If the tooth is completely impacted, is not damaging neighboring teeth, is not causing pain and has no cyst formation around it, it can be monitored with regular check-ups. However, if it causes decay, gum inflammation (pericoronitis) or crowding, it needs to be removed surgically.
Yes, it can. With today’s surgical techniques, bone volume can be increased through advanced surgical methods such as “bone grafting” (bone powder) or “sinus lifting” (sinus augmentation), preparing a suitable foundation for the implant.
Alveolitis is a condition in which the blood clot that should form in the extraction socket is dislodged or breaks down, leaving the bone exposed. It usually occurs due to smoking within the first 24 hours after the operation, touching the area or vigorous rinsing, and is quite painful.
It depends on the type of cyst and how it is removed. If the cyst wall is completely removed during the operation, the chance of recurrence is low. However, some aggressive types of cysts (for example, keratocysts) should be monitored closely.