Maxillofacial surgeons in Mumbai specialize in treating complex issues of the face, jaws, mouth, and neck, often stepping in when general dentists or orthodontists reach their limits. Knowing when to consult one can prevent minor problems from escalating into major surgical needs. This blog from Royal Dental Clinic explores key signs, common procedures, and top Mumbai specialists to guide your decision-making.
Who Is a Maxillofacial Surgeon?
Maxillofacial surgeons complete dental school plus advanced surgical training, handling everything from wisdom tooth extractions to jaw reconstructions. In Mumbai’s bustling healthcare scene, they bridge dentistry and facial surgery, treating trauma, congenital defects, and cancers. Unlike oral surgeons focused mainly on teeth, maxillofacial experts manage broader facial skeletal issues, making them essential for holistic care.
Top Signs to See One Immediately
Persistent symptoms demand prompt evaluation to avoid complications like infections or permanent misalignment.
- Severe Jaw Pain or TMJ Disorders: Clicking, locking, or pain when chewing signals temporomandibular joint issues; surgeons offer injections, arthroscopy, or realignment surgery.
- Impacted Wisdom Teeth: Swelling, infection, or cysts from trapped third molars require surgical removal to prevent nerve damage.
- Facial Trauma: Fractured jaws from accidents need plates and precise realignment for function and aesthetics.
- Unhealing Oral Lesions: White/red patches, lumps, or sores lasting over two weeks could indicate cancer; biopsy and excision follow.
- Jaw Misalignment or Bite Problems: Protruding/underdeveloped jaws causing chewing issues or sleep apnea may need orthognathic surgery.
Early intervention improves outcomes, especially for Mumbai’s high road-traffic injury rates.
Common Procedures They Perform
These specialists use advanced techniques like 3D imaging and minimally invasive endoscopy.
- Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Routine for impacted teeth, often under sedation for comfort.
- Jaw Surgery (Orthognathic): Corrects skeletal discrepancies for better bite and breathing.
- Facial Reconstruction: Post-trauma or cancer, involving bone grafts and implants.
- TMJ Treatment: From Botox to joint replacement for chronic pain.
- Cleft Lip/Palate Repair: Multidisciplinary for pediatric cases, improving speech and appearance.
Procedures typically last 1-4 hours, with recovery from days (extractions) to weeks (major surgery).
When Your Dentist Refers You to a OMFS.
Here at clinics like Royal Dental Clinic Kandivali E, Thakur Complex, handle all the complex procedures as they have a OMFS surgeon in the clinic. Seek a maxillofacial surgeon if routine root canals fail, extractions risk nerves, or radiographs show bone pathology. In some dental clinic, integrating referrals ensures patient trust and comprehensive care on the dentist.
Preparing for Your Visit
Schedule via hospital apps or WhatsApp, common in Mumbai. Bring radiographs, medical history, and symptom logs, here at Royal cosmognathic care we take OPG and intraoral scans on your first consultation all included in your consultation fee, helping you cut the hassel of getting your own. Expect CBCT scans they will be taken for planning the treatment plan. Post-op, follow liquid diets and ice packs for swelling. As a dentist, we also prep the patients on hygiene to speed recovery.
Why Mumbai for Maxillofacial Care?
The city’s 50+ specialists, NABH-accredited hospitals, and affordable expertise (30-50% less than abroad) make it ideal. Traffic and pollution heighten trauma risks, so local access saves lives. At Royal Dental Clinic, Dr. Chirag Chamria a Oral maxillofacial surgeon himself blending his implantology and surgical skills with precision stands as a beacon of excellence in OMFS, carrying forward the 42 year old legacy of royal dental clinic.
Prevention Tips
Maintain oral hygiene, wear mouthguards in sports, and get annual check-ups. Avoid delaying wisdom tooth evaluations post-20s. Early orthodontics prevents surgical needs.Consulting a maxillofacial surgeon restores function and confidence—don’t wait for pain to worsen. Contact Royal Dental Clinic today for guidance or referrals tailored to your needs.