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What is Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery?

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) is a unique surgical specialty that bridges medicine and dentistry, focusing on conditions affecting the mouth, jaw, face, and neck. From correcting jaw misalignment and treating facial injuries to removing impacted wisdom teeth and managing (TMJ) Temporomandibular disorders, OMFS plays a vital role in restoring both function and aesthetics.


If you’re struggling with chronic jaw pain, difficulty chewing, facial asymmetry, or dental problems requiring surgery, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon can provide the expertise needed to help you regain comfort and confidence.

When Do You Need an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon?
  1. TMJ Disorders & Jaw Pain
    • Symptoms: Jaw pain, clicking sounds, headaches, difficulty opening mouth
    • Treatments: Bite splints, physiotherapy, surgical correction (severe cases)
  2. Jaw & Bite Issues
    • Symptoms: Difficulty chewing, jaw pain, speech issues due to misalignment
    • Treatment: Orthognathic surgery to improve bite function, facial balance, breathing
  3. Wisdom Teeth & Difficult Extractions
    • Symptoms: Wisdom teeth are impacted, infected, or causing crowding
    • Treatments: Safe and minimally invasive extraction
  4. Facial Trauma & Fractures
    • Causes: Sports injuries, falls, car accidents
    • Treatment benefits: Restores function and appearance, ensuring proper healing
  5. Dental Implants & Jawbone Reconstruction
    • Solution for missing teeth with permanent, natural-looking implants
    • Treatment: Bone grafting and implant placement
What to Expect During Treatment?
  1. Initial Consultation & Assessment
    • Discussion of symptoms, concerns, and medical history
    • Diagnostic imaging (X-rays, CT scans)
    • Personalised treatment planning
  2. Surgical Procedure (If needed)
    • Local anaesthesia, sedation, or general anaesthesia
    • Advanced techniques for minimal pain, swelling, and quick recovery
  3. Recovery & Follow-Up Care
    • Pain management, diet modifications, activity restrictions
    • Scheduled follow-ups to monitor healing
    • Ongoing support for the best outcome
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Dr Karthick Sekar

Consultant Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Resident Consultant
Specialty
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Qualifications
BDS, MDS (IND), MFDRCSI, FFDRCSI (Ire), FDSRCS (Glasgow, UK)
Suite Number
Level 2 - C-L2-21 (SPC12)
Spoken Language
English, Malay, Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada
Schedule & Appointment

Doctor Availability

Monday9:00am - 1:00pm, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Tuesday9:00am - 1:00pm, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Wednesday9:00am - 1:00pm, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Thursday9:00am - 1:00pm, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Friday9:00am - 1:00pm, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Saturday9:00am - 1:00pm