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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Bangalore

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Bangalore

Maxillofacial surgery entails dentistry procedures that deal with correcting injuries, diseases, or defects in your face, jaw, or mouth to improve jaw function and relieve pain. Maxillofacial surgery depends on the patient's problem and type. The surgeries are performed by dental surgeons who are highly trained in maxillofacial surgeries. These types of surgeries require advanced specialists who diagnose and address a variety of problems such as:

 

  • Bones and tissues of jaw and lower face
  • Mouth palate
  • Chronic dental pain
  • Preparing mouth for implants and prostheses
  • Oral diseases
  • Removing impacted teeth.

 

These procedures are also done for different jaw problems like bone grafting, transplanting bone, treating the temporomandibular joint disorder, and reconstructing the jaw.

Why Manipal Hospital Sarjapur?

Manipal Hospitals Sarjapur, Bangalore houses highly-skilled surgeons specialised in correcting congenital and trauma defects of the face, jaw, body, and teeth. With years of experience in surgeries, Manipal Hospital Sarjapur is well-equipped with the latest medical technology to carry out minimally invasive procedures. The availability of high-quality tech makes it possible to offer pain-free experiences to our patients.

 

Surgical Correction of Maxillofacial Skeletal Deformities

  • Maxillofacial deformities are the malformations and misalignments in bones or tissues of the face and jaw. Some of the main causes are cleft lip, cleft palate, trauma from accidents, or diseases such as cancer. 
  • These deformities are related to the body's development and growth process. The uneven growth of upper and lower jaws, due to under and over-development, disturbs the jaw alignment. 
  • Maxillofacial skeletal deformities are generally corrected with orthognathic (jaw) surgery. However, deformities from birth defects, diseases, or trauma are corrected with reconstructive maxillofacial surgery.

 

Orthognathic Surgery

Orthognathic surgery is performed for moderate to severe jaw problems. These are only treated for the ones that cannot be resolved with orthodontics alone. This surgery can be performed on the upper jaw, lower jaw, or both. Common types of orthognathic surgeries are:

Maxillary Osteotomy 

This orthognathic surgery is performed on the upper jaw to correct any of the following issues:

 

  • Receded upper jaw: Excess or deficient in vertical height of the upper jaw.
  • Apertognathia/Open bite: This condition causes difficulty in chewing due to uneven spacing when the molar touches. 
  • Malocclusion: It is a bad bite problem where the upper and lower teeth don't fit together while biting or chewing. 

 

Mandibular Osteotomy - This orthognathic surgery procedure is performed to correct the lower jaw precedence or move the protruded lower jaw into the correct position. It can also be used to correct an asymmetric lower jaw. 

Chin Surgery - This type of surgery helps to correct a deficient or excessive chin. By performing maxillofacial surgery, the surgeon can alter the jaw and restructure the chin simultaneously.

Cleft and Craniofacial Surgery - Craniofacial disorders are problems in your face caused due to birth defects, diseases, or trauma. This surgery often involves the manipulation of bone and correcting defects. Craniofacial surgery is performed for various craniofacial conditions such as:

 

  • Cleft lips and palates
  • Craniofacial tumours and clefts
  • Malformed ears
  • Conditions affecting the growth of the face
  • Abnormally shaped skulls
  • Congenital birthmarks.

The main aim of craniofacial surgery is to improve the functioning of the head and face. It aids in normalising appearance and improving self-image. The type of surgery depends on the patient's severity of the condition. More often, craniofacial surgeries are divided into 2 parts:

 

  • Cranial surgeries focusing on skull bones, eye sockets
  • Face surgeries.

 

Maxillofacial Trauma

Maxillofacial trauma is any physical trauma caused to the facial region. It is often treated by maxillofacial surgeons. The problems for maxillofacial trauma can be in the form of a single isolated injury or a combination of multiple injuries in different body parts. Maxillofacial trauma can also result in difficulty in breathing, and speaking or even involve serious life-threatening issues such as brain injury, shock, or airway obstruction. The maxillofacial region is broadly divided into 3 parts:

 

  • Upper face: includes frontal bone and frontal sinus
  • Midface: includes nasal, zygomatic, ethmoid, and maxillary bones
  • Lower face: includes the mandible.

 

One of the leading causes of maxillofacial trauma is injuries from road accidents. Other causes are sports injuries and physical violence. Amongst all injuries reported, the major types were isolated lower-face fractures, followed by midface fractures, and then a combination of fractures. 

Surgery for Maxillofacial traumas is usually complicated since their prime affecting location is the crumple zone of the face. These surgeries are extremely challenging since they cause damage to eye sockets, jawbone fractures, nasal cavity obstruction, and missing or broken teeth. If you suffer from maxillofacial trauma, you might experience any of the following symptoms:

 

  • Pain
  • Swelling
  • Bleeding
  • Bruising
  • Numbness.

 

Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery

Reconstructive Surgery

Reconstructive surgery involves fixing defects from birth, and any diseases or injuries. This surgery is performed at a clinic or surgery centre by an expert surgeon. Some examples of reconstructive surgery include the following:

 

  • Facial reconstruction (like jaw straightening)
  • Hand procedures (to improve strength, flexibility, and function)
  • Cleft lip and palate repair
  • Gender confirmation surgeries
  • Migraine surgery
  • Panniculectomy 
  • Septoplasty (septum correction).

 

Reconstructive surgery is performed to improve function and normal appearance. This surgery is generally covered by most insurance policies and cover a variety of procedure with great levels of coverage. 

Cosmetic Surgery

Cosmetic surgery is a type of surgery done to make you feel and look better. It improves the facial features and changes the structure. Some of the common examples include re-designing body contour and shape, smoothing wrinkles, eliminating baldness, and breast augmentation. Cosmetic surgery largely impacts the way you look and brings drastic changes to your outer appearance. But after the surgery, it lifts self-esteem and self-confidence. This surgery can be performed on any part of the face and body. 

Overview of the Procedure

Before starting the procedures, you can ask your surgeon about the procedure steps, treatment options available, and what care should be taken. You must also have realistic expectations about the changes to be made. Because the more realistic expectations are, the more likely you will be satisfied with the results. While performing cosmetic surgery, the surgeon will give you general anaesthesia or IV sedation under the supervision of the anaesthetist team. The surgery might take longer depending upon your changes and the restructuring required. The usual recovery period for cosmetic surgery is six to twelve weeks. You might experience bruising and swelling. Although it will be for a temporary period and with regular follow-ups, you will be able to recover soon.  

Maxillofacial Procedures at Manipal Hospitals Sarjapur

Before beginning the maxillofacial surgery, the surgeon will consult you and discuss your symptoms, and medical history, and examine the oral cavity to understand the condition. Tests will be performed such as X-rays or 3D scans for detailed images of maxillofacial structure. This will help the surgeon to diagnose the situation and recommend the surgery. For the surgery, you will be given anaesthesia beforehand. After performing the required procedure for correcting the jaw or addressing disease issues, the surgeon may use stitches to close any wounds. The surgeon uses place packing to protect your teeth from any harm. It also helps to absorb fluids like blood and pus, which are caused due to surgery. 

After the maxillofacial surgery, the healthcare team will shift you to the recovery room so that you can wake up from anaesthesia. You might experience some pain and discomfort once you return to your normal state. You can also have some bleeding, bruising, and swelling. However, after complete recovery, your body will be fully prepared for the next treatments.

Experience world-class healthcare at Manipal Hospitals. Our expert team of doctors and state-of-the-art facilities ensure personalized and advanced treatments. Take the first step towards wellness. Book an appointment today.

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