What Is Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?
Oral and maxillofacial surgery is a specialized branch of dentistry that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical correction of diseases, disorders, cysts, and traumas involving the teeth, jawbones, and surrounding soft tissues.
This field is not limited to tooth extractions; it covers a wide range of treatments from impacted tooth operations and dental implants to jaw fractures and tumor surgeries.
Areas of Practice
At Allianoi, the main procedures performed within the scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery include:
- Impacted Tooth Operations
- One of the most common surgical procedures.
- Wisdom teeth that fail to fully erupt within the jawbone may cause pain, swelling, and damage to adjacent teeth.
- They are surgically removed under local anesthesia in a painless mann.
- Dental Implant Surgery
- Titanium implants are placed to replace missing teeth.
- These implants biologically integrate with the jawbone, providing a strong and natural-looking foundation for prosthetic teeth.
- Cyst and Tumor Surgery
- Cysts, tumors, and lesions that develop in the jawbone or soft tissues are diagnosed early and safely removed.
- Pathological examination is performed when necessary to support accurate diagnosis.
- Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Treatments
- TMJ disorders (such as clicking sounds, pain, or jaw locking) are thoroughly analyzed, and a personalized treatment plan is created.
- Depending on the case, splint therapy (night guards) or surgical methods may be applied.
- Jaw Fractures and Trauma
- Jaw fractures resulting from traffic accidents, falls, or sports injuries are treated to restore both function and aesthetics.
- When required, fixation is performed using plates, screws, or mini-plate systems.
- Pre-Prosthetic and Orthodontic Surgical Preparations
- Before prosthetic or orthodontic treatments, surgical corrections (such as frenectomy or bone reshaping) are performed to prepare the jaw structure for optimal results.
Who Should Consult an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon?
- Those experiencing pain, swelling, or infection due to wisdom teeth
- Individuals planning dental implants due to tooth loss
- Patients diagnosed with cysts, tumors, or lesions in the jawbone
- Those suffering from TMJ pain, noises, or jaw locking
- Individuals with jaw fractures or facial trauma
- Anyone noticing persistent sores or swellings in the mouth
All of these conditions should be evaluated by an oral and maxillofacial surgery specialist.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Allianoi
At Allianoi Dental Clinics, all surgical procedures are performed using:
- Modern imaging technologies (3D tomography, digital panoramic X-rays)
- Sterile operating room conditions
- The expertise and experience of specialist surgeons
Our goal is to enhance surgical comfort while minimizing the recovery period.
At Allianoi, surgical treatment is not viewed merely as a procedure—it is designed as a comprehensive healing process.
