After the oral surgery, there will be soreness in the incision areas.
This may make it painful to swallow or chew.
In most cases, the patient's diet will have restrictions, such as the inability to eat solid foods.
There also could be bleeding and swelling for a few days after the surgery..
Generally, oral surgery is usually between 45 and 90 minutes..
Oral and maxillofacial surgery is the medical specialty concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the face, neck, mouth, and jaws..
There are several types of oral surgery procedures performed each year.
Some of the most common include tooth extraction, dental bone grafts, dental implants, periodontal surgery, corrective jaw surgery, sleep apnea surgery and cleft lip and palate repair..
Oral and maxillofacial surgery is a surgical specialty that includes ,the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, injuries, defects, and appearance aspects of the head, neck, and the hard and soft tissues of the mouth, including:
UAB Oral and Facial Surgery Hoover off Highway 150 is a new state of the art facility.
It is equipped with three operating suites and associated consultation rooms for outpatient oral and maxillofacial surgery.
It is also an all digital office integrated with the University Hospital system.
UAB Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery patients are served in several locations including:
The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic at The Kirklin Clinic was opened in the spring of 1997.
This clinic has six operating/exam rooms with complete supporting facilities and equipment.
