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.
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I have a flat-looking maxilla. Do I need an aesthetic surgery?
Query: Hello doctor, I am concerned about the position of my maxilla. I have consulted a maxillofacial surgeon and have been diagnosed as skeletal class 1. The surgeon mentioned that my maxilla is well-placed and does not require surgery. However, it appears flat esthetically compared to the ideal. I have ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. I will be offering advice shortly. My expertise lies in the field of maxillofacial surgery. Thank you. Read Full »
I have pain and purplish bits in the extraction site. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I got a tooth extracted yesterday, and today I am experiencing throbbing uncomfortable pain; it seems to be getting worse, and Paracetamol is not helping. Also, I noticed a purple color with a few white bits in the extracted site. Is this normal, or is this a dry socket? Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It is a dry socket that is caused due to disintegration of the clot. It is also associated with infection. I suggest you to take an X-ray and please contact your dentist for sedative dressing and update me on your drug allergy history so that... Read Full »
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