
NORTHLAND
ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY: Specializations
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- Surgical
Information
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons specialize
in surgery of the facial skeleton including the jaws. We offer
the following surgical services:
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Dental
Extractions 
Removal of
teeth relating to decay or periodontal disease, or to assist in orthodontic
therapy. |
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Dental
Implantology 
Dental Implants
may be utilized to replace missing teeth, support dentures, provide
orthodontic anchorage, and other functional uses.
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Intravenous
Anesthesia 
Office procedures
may be performed via local anesthesia, local-nitrous oxide anesthesia,
or intravenous (sleep) anesthesia. |
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Orthognathic
Surgery 
Surgical repositioning
of the jaws to correct for skeletal mismatch. This may occur due to
growth variation, genetic predisposition, trauma, or parafunctional
habits; with the main goal of restoring occlusal function and facial
harmony. |
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Reconstructive
Surgery 
Bone grafting
to restore continuity and support may involve transplanting natural
bone or using synthetic calcium mineral grafts.
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Trauma
Reconstruction 
Repair of hard
and soft tissue injuries including facial fractures to realign the
structures for optimum occlusion and esthetics.
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OMS Pathology

Surgical excison
and biopsy of various oral and facial lesions. This provides for a
diagnosis and proper treatment planning. |
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