Maxillo-Facial Oral Oncology & Reconstruction

Department of Maxillo-Facial Oral Oncology & Reconstruction :: Nemcare Heart Institute & Research Centre

An Oral and Maxillo-Facial Surgeon (OMFS) is a surgical specialist with expertise in the mouth, face and jaws. With sub- specialty training in Head and Neck Oncology & Reconstruction, an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, covers a vast array of disease processes that affect the oral cavity and surrounding structures offering both comprehensive ablative, reconstructive and rehabilitative services.

Highlights of OMFS in NHPL

Pathologic Conditions

OMFS diagnose and manage patients with diseases of the oral and maxillofacial region including the following

Oral Cancer Surgery

Oral Cancer : which is most often squamous cell carcinoma. Oral cancer is largely caused by cigarette smoking, smokeless tobacco, viruses and other environmental factors. Surgical removal is frequently the recommended treatment, often with combined removal of the lymph nodes followed by appropriate reconstruction.

Salivary Gland Neoplasm/other H & N malignancies : These are invasive lesions in the cancer spectrum that can involve various tissues, including bone and salivary glands. Treatment often requires surgical removal and possible reconstruction as appropriate.

Facial Skin Cancer : Basal cell, squamous cell, and melanoma cancers are the most common types. OMF Surgeon provide removal and provide simultaneous reconstruction to make affected tissue area appear as natural as possible.

Benign Cyst/Tumor of the Maxillofacial & Oral Cavity region.