Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery; It is a department located at the intersection of dentistry and medical disciplines and performs various surgical procedures on the mouth and surrounding tissues. This special area; Dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of pathologies or diseases affecting the mouth, jaw, face and neck area. Physicians who specialize in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery must have a deep understanding of both dental and medical principles. He addresses complex problems using advanced surgical techniques and enables his patients to regain optimal function and aesthetics of their oral and facial structures.
1. Dentoalveolar Surgeries: It involves a series of procedures that address the teeth and supporting structures in the oral cavity. These surgeries are often performed to address various dental problems and restore oral health. Dentoalveolar surgeries are operations that aim to solve dental diseases and deformities occurring in the alveolar bone, gums and related tissues. These surgeries may include:
A. Tooth Extraction: This surgical procedure involves removing a tooth from its socket in the jaw. Tooth extraction may be required for various reasons such as advanced caries, advanced periodontal disease, trauma or orthodontic treatment.
B. Apical Resection: Apicotomy, also known as root tip removal, involves removing the root tip of a tooth and surrounding infected tissue. This procedure is often performed when root canal treatment fails to resolve an infection.
C. Frenectomy: It is the surgical removal of a frenulum, a small layer of tissue that connects the lips, cheeks, or tongue to the gums or underlying tissues. This procedure is frequently performed to address problems such as restricted movement or speech impediments caused by an overly tight frenulum.
D. Alveoloplasty: Alveoloplasty is a surgical procedure that aims to reshape or flatten the ridges of the jawbone (alveolar bone) after tooth extraction. This procedure aims to properly heal and optimize the extraction site to enable the placement of dental implants, for example dentures or dental implants.
E. Gingivectomy: Gingivectomy involves surgical removal of the excess tissue layer of the gums. This procedure is performed to treat conditions such as gum disease (periodontitis) or to improve the aesthetic appearance of the gums. This procedure helps reduce pocket depths and restore gum health.
