What to expect during and after salivary gland surgery
Tumours can grow on our salivary glands, either being benign or malignant. In both cases, the tumours have to be removed. Awarded consultant maxillofacial surgeon Professor Kavin Andi explains why the procedure is necessary and what to expect if you undergo the operation.
How it happens: inserting a dental implant
When there is a gap between your teeth, there are different options to fill the space. One option, and the most recommended option, is having a dental implant inserted. Professor Andrew Sidebottom, a highly-trained maxillofacial surgeon, provides information about what the procedure is, what is involved, and what to expect.
All about the apicectomy procedure
If infection or cysts continue to be a problem in the root canal of a tooth, an apicectomy may be recommended. Professor Andrew Sidebottom, a highly-trained maxillofacial surgeon, provides information about what the procedure is, what is involved, and what to expect.
COVID-19: head and neck cancer treatment advice
Mr Bhavin Visavadia explains the measures that have been put in place for head and neck cancer patients, whether they are newly diagnosed or have already, and what will happen when the pandemic restrictions begin to ease.
Oral and maxillofacial surgery Covid-19
Mr Bhavin Visavadia clarifies the measures being taken to ensure your safety in clinics and during oral and maxillofacial surgery.
PRGF treatment for dental procedures
Dr Peter Sanders is a highly experienced dentist that has always given importance to the comfort and care of his patients. Over the years, Dr Sanders has incorporated state of the art technology, (once efficacy and safety are proven), to ensure he is always able to offer the very highest level of comfort. We spoke to him about PRGF treatment, a revolutionary technology that vastly improves the healing process os oral surgery and dental implants. We spoke with him recently to discuss PRGF treatment and what can be expected.
Mouth cancer surgery: what to expect
Mouth cancer is a complicated form of surgery which involves a highly visible part of oyur body. Yet with the help of modern scanning technoogy and advances in surgical planning, we are now able to remove tumours and reconstruct the face in the same operation. We asked leading maxillofacial and oral surgeon Mr Bhavin G Visavadia what to expect from mouth cancer surgery.
What is interceptive orthodontics?
Around one-third of UK children have teeth which would benefit from orthodontic treatment. The majority who need orthodontics will start treatment around the age of 11 or 12. Interceptive orthodontics will benefit some children from an earlier age to avoid dental complications in the future. Orthodontist Dr Asif Chatoo tells us more about interceptive orthodontics and what children it can help.
All about genioplasty; surgery on the chin
The chin represents one of our most prominent facial features and numerous methods have been used to alter its shape for aesthetic reasons or the chin position may need to be corrected if it is out of balance in relation to the jaw. A genioplasty is surgery done to change the position of the chin and can be performed by both plastic and maxillofacial surgeons. Maxillofacial surgeon Miss Katherine George runs us through what happens during a genioplasty and long it would take to recover.
Wisdom teeth removal: How it works
Not all wisdom tooth procedures are the same. Leading consultant maxillofacial and oral surgeon Mr Bhavin G Visavadia explains the difference between how simple and complex wisdom tooth removals are handled, and what recovery can look like.
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