By Mr Kunmi Fasanmade
08.09.21
Oral & maxillofacial surgery
How to relieve wisdom teeth pain: Part 1- Understanding wisdom teeth
In the first of a two-part article series, respected consultant oral and maxillofacial surgeon Mr Kunmi Fasanmade shares his extensive knowledge regarding wisdom teeth, including eruption, why we have them and why they hurt.
By Professor Kavin Andi
06.09.21
Oral & maxillofacial surgery
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.
By Mr Bhavin G Visavadia
20.04.21
Oral & maxillofacial surgery
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.
By Mr Bhavin G Visavadia
09.04.21
Oral & maxillofacial surgery
Oral and maxillofacial surgery during the Covid-19 crisis
Mr Bhavin Visavadia clarifies the measures being taken to ensure your safety in clinics and during oral and maxillofacial surgery.
By Dr Peter Sanders
13.02.20
Oral & maxillofacial surgery
PRGF treatment for dental procedures
PRGF treatment is a revolutionary technology that uses plasma from your own blood to vastly improve the healing process and can be used to recover from oral surgery. We recently spoke with Dr Peter Sanders, a highly respected and influential dentist, to discuss PRGF treatment and what can be expected.
By Mr Bhavin G Visavadia
06.05.19
Oral & maxillofacial surgery
Mouth cancer surgery: what to expect
Mouth cancer is a complicated form of surgery which involves a highly visible part of your body. Yet with the help of modern scanning technology 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.
By Dr Asif Chatoo
25.04.19
Oral & maxillofacial 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.
By Miss Katherine George
09.04.19
Oral & maxillofacial surgery
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.
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