By Mr Colin Harrop
18.11.22
Oral & maxillofacial surgery
What you should know: Skin cancer of the head and neck
In this expert guide to skin cancer of the head and neck, leading consultant oral and maxillofacial surgeon Mr Colin Harrop details the warning signs to look out for and explains when surgical intervention is required.
How are muscle spasm pains in temporomandibular disorders best managed?
Leading consultant oral and maxillofacial surgeon Professor Andrew Sidebottom offers expert insight on various treatment options available which help to manage myofascial pain associated with temporomandibular disorders in this informative article.
By Mr Ross Elledge
13.09.22
Oral & maxillofacial surgery
Get your full range of movement back with TMJ surgery
The TMJ, or temporomandibular joint, connects your jawbone to your skull, and is like a sliding hinge. Unfortunately, when a person has disorder affecting this joint, full range of movement in the jaw may be limited. This can lead to limitation of mouth opening and/or pain, and surgery may be required for a small number of patients in order to regain full (and painless) use of their TMJ. Highly-regarded consultant oral and maxillofacial surgeon Mr Ross Elledge offers an expert guide to what’s involved in this procedure in this informative article.
Considering chin surgery? Expert guidance on genioplasty procedures
Renowned consultant oral and maxillofacial surgeon Professor Andrew Sidebottom expertly explains how various surgical procedures are performed to enhance the appearance of the chin in this informative guide.
By Miss Natasha Berridge
10.06.22
Oral & maxillofacial surgery
Jawline augmentation: all you need to know
Here, highly experienced and skilled London-based consultant oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Miss Natasha Berridge, details what exactly jawline augmentation is, and outlines both the surgical and non-surgical options for enhancing one's jawline.
By Mr Robert Goddard
19.05.22
Oral & maxillofacial surgery
Pain, swelling and numbness: Do I need salivary gland surgery?
Pain, swelling and numbness are usual symptoms of pathological processes, such as tumours or infections, that affect the salivary glands. To alleviate these symptoms, diagnose conditions and prevent aggravation of these processes, salivary gland surgery may be recommended. Mr Robert Goddard, highly revered consultant oral and maxillofacial surgeon, explains what this procedure entails and what patients can expect afterwards.
When should wisdom teeth be removed?
When should wisdom teeth be removed? Read our latest article here to find out, as highly experienced and revered consultant oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Professor Andrew Sidebottom, reveals when having them removed is a must, and also offers some alternatives to having them take out.
By Mr Nicholas Kalavrezos
22.09.21
Oral & maxillofacial surgery
Oral cancer symptoms, diagnosis and treatment in detail
Oral cancer is becoming more and more prevalent in the UK and around the world. Leading head and neck reconstructive surgeon Mr Nicholas Kalavrezos considers this conditions' symptoms, diagnosis and treatment - and further factors involved - in expert detail.
By Professor Kavin Andi
16.09.21
Oral & maxillofacial surgery
Augmented reality in the operating room: is it safer?
Professor Kavin Andi asks: 'Is AR in medicine safer than non-assisted procedures?' Its' capabilities mean that it can assist in surgery planning, patient treatment and helps to explain complex medical situations. However, it may have disadvantages. The award-winning consultant oral and maxilio surgeon and head and neck surgeon speaks to Top Doctors about this new technological concept.
By Mr Kunmi Fasanmade
14.09.21
Oral & maxillofacial surgery
How to relieve wisdom teeth pain: Part 2- Treatment
In the second and final part of this article series, consultant oral and maxillofacial surgeon Mr Kunmi Fasanmade outlines some of the treatment options, as well as their pros and cons, for anyone suffering from wisdom tooth pain.
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