Maxillofacial Surgeon

A Maxillofacial Surgeon, also known as an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, is a dental specialist focused on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects in the mouth, jaws, face, and neck. They are trained to perform a wide range of procedures, from simple extractions to complex reconstructive surgeries. 

 
Key areas of expertise and procedures:
  • Diagnosis and Treatment of Oral Conditions: 

    This includes addressing issues like impacted wisdom teeth, cysts, tumors, and infections within the oral cavity. 

     
  • Facial Trauma: 

    Maxillofacial surgeons are skilled in treating facial fractures, lacerations, and other injuries resulting from accidents or trauma. 

     
  • Reconstructive Surgery: 

    They perform procedures to repair or reconstruct facial and jaw deformities, including those caused by birth defects, injuries, or cancer. 

     
  • Orthognathic Surgery: 

    This involves correcting jaw misalignments to improve both function and aesthetics. 

     
  • Dental Implants: 

    They are involved in the placement of dental implants to restore missing teeth. 

     
  • Oral Cancer: 

    Maxillofacial surgeons play a crucial role in the diagnosis, treatment, and reconstruction following oral cancer. 

     
  • Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders: 

    They can treat conditions affecting the jaw joint. 

     
  • Cosmetic Facial Procedures: 
    Maxillofacial surgeons may also perform procedures like facial rejuvenation, hair transplants, and scar revision. 
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Dr. ANIK SARKAR

Qualification: BDS, MDS(MU), MAXILLOFACIAL, SURGEON & IMPLANTOLOGIST

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Dr. JAYANTA CHATTERJEE

Qualification: MBBS,MDS(IMFS),ORAL ONCO SURG., MAXILLOFACIAL SURGEON