Oral and maxillofacial surgery is a subspeciality of dentistry that focuses on diagnosing the problems with teeth and the jaws. A dentist specialized in this speciality treats the diseases affecting the teeth, jaws, face and neck and performs functional and esthetic corrective jaw surgery.
Non-Surgical Management of Temporomandibular Dysfunction
In most TMD cases, maxillofacial surgeons prefer conservative and non-surgical procedures for initial therapy and as a mainline treatment.
Blood Culture Tests in Maxillofacial Pathologies
Blood or exudate culture is one of the pivotal modern-day fields in maxillofacial surgery and dentistry, used to detect causative organisms.
Maxillofacial Procedures Benefiting from Platelet Rich Fibrin: A Surgical Perspective
A surgical insight into maxillofacial situations requiring platelet rich fibrin (PRF) for improved healing, regeneration, and enhanced clinical outcomes.
Oral Cancers Stem From Different Etiologies? : An Oncologic Research Insight
Oral cancers arise from diverse etiologies, including tobacco use, alcohol consumption, HPV infection, and genetic predispositions.
Protocols for Oral Biopsy Specimen Collection, Transportation and Analysis
There are currently strict protocols for oral biopsy specimen collection, ranging from sample eliciting, transportation, storage, and histopathologic analysis.
Therapeutic Potential of Botulinum Toxin in Oral Surgery: A Medical Insight
In the maxillofacial surgery field, botulinum toxin holds promising potential As first-line therapy for several muscular pathologies of the face and jaws.
Tissue Induction Techniques in Oral Reconstructive Surgery
Discover how advanced tissue induction techniques are revolutionizing collagen production to bone regeneration in maxillofacial and reconstructive surgery.
Importance of Silicone Materials in Maxillofacial Grafts: A Clinical Insight
Silicone materials are crucial in maxillofacial grafts, protecting grafts, and improving surgical outcomes in head and neck reconstructions.
Understanding the Impact of Maxillofacial Injuries in the Elderly - A Comprehensive Guide
The elderly with maxillofacial injuries, often brought on by falls, assaults, and accidents at work, experience emotional, social, and functional disruptions.
Orbital Fractures in Maxillofacial Surgery: Treatment Challenges
Orbital fractures or blow-out fractured parts may result in surgical complications for maxillofacial surgeons. Read the article to learn more.