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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Oral and maxillofacial surgery addresses conditions of the mouth, jaw, face, and skull. Surgeons perform wisdom tooth extractions, corrective jaw surgery, dental implant placement, facial trauma repair, and treatment of oral pathologies including cysts and tumors.

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QWhat causes tingling in the lips after wisdom tooth removal?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is a possibility of nerve injury to the inferior alveolar nerve or the mental nerve of the lower jaw, and sensation loss is possible for up to three to six months. The most probable c…

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Answered by Dr. Achanta Krishna Swaroop · Dentistry
QIs my dental midline the same or shifted after jaw surgery?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query and understand your concern.You probably have both skeletal and dental malocclusion, judging from the pre-operative OPG (orthopantomogram) you enclosed. I am a maxillof…

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Answered by Dr. Achanta Krishna Swaroop · Dentistry
QCan a sinus infection spread and cause a tooth infection?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. I will be answering your query shortly.

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Answered by Dr. Achanta Krishna Swaroop · Dentistry
QCan surgery correct my broad face and underdeveloped jaw?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have reviewed your attached images (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). The problem is not just the maxillary arch but a retruded mandible or l…

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Answered by Dr. Achanta Krishna Swaroop · Dentistry
QHow to manage temporomandibular pain with pulsatile tinnitus?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw your CT, MRI, MRA, and MRV reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). The continuous jaw pain signifies that, even after a month, either your facial muscles and joi…

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Answered by Dr. Achanta Krishna Swaroop · Dentistry

Frequently Asked Questions About Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

They perform wisdom tooth extractions, dental implant surgery, corrective jaw surgery for misalignment, treatment of facial fractures, removal of oral cysts and tumors, cleft lip and palate repair, and temporomandibular joint surgery.

You need an oral surgeon for impacted wisdom teeth, complex tooth extractions, jaw misalignment requiring surgical correction, facial injuries, persistent jaw pain unresponsive to conservative treatment, or biopsies of suspicious oral lesions.

Jaw surgery is performed under general anesthesia, so you will not feel pain during the procedure. Post-operative discomfort is managed with prescribed pain medications. Swelling and restricted jaw movement are common during recovery, which typically lasts several weeks.

Most patients recover from wisdom tooth removal within five to seven days. Swelling peaks around the third day and gradually subsides. Following post-operative care instructions including soft diet, gentle rinsing, and avoiding straws helps ensure smooth recovery.

Yes, online consultations are useful for reviewing dental X-rays and CT scans, discussing surgical options, getting second opinions on recommended procedures, and post-operative follow-up assessments.