Maxillofacial Surgery department

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is that branch of Dentistry that deals with diagnosis, surgical and adjunctive treatment of diseases, injuries and, defects of human jaws, oral cavity and associated structures.

The department of maxillofacial surgery is responsible for the surgical treatment of acquired, congenital and traumatic issues related to the jaws and facial regions as well developmental diseases of these areas. Facial fractures, head and neck cancers and salivary gland diseases are the other areas in which the department plays a key role. Major surgeries include those for maxillofacial traumas, cysts and tumours, oral cancer, orthognathic surgery, bone graft, distraction and cleft lip and cleft palate.