Specialist Surgical Care
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
From impacted wisdom teeth to complex jaw reconstruction — fellowship-trained surgical expertise applied with 3D planning and precision.
Procedures
Oral surgery encompasses a range of procedures that require surgical training beyond general dentistry. Dr. Chamria handles these as a qualified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon with fellowship training.
Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Safe removal of impacted, buried, or problematic wisdom teeth — including complex cases near nerves and sinuses.
Jaw Cyst Treatment
Surgical removal of odontogenic and non-odontogenic cysts with bone preservation and reconstruction when needed.
Orthognathic Surgery
Corrective jaw surgery for misalignment, facial asymmetry, open bite, and related functional or aesthetic concerns.
Facial Trauma
Reconstruction of jaw fractures, facial bone injuries, and soft tissue trauma with surgical precision.
TMJ Disorders
Assessment and management of temporomandibular joint conditions causing jaw pain, clicking, or restricted opening.
Pre-Prosthetic Surgery
Bone and soft tissue preparation to optimise conditions for implant placement or prosthetic rehabilitation.
Why a Specialist Matters
Many procedures classified as "oral surgery" are performed by general dentists — and in straightforward cases, that may be appropriate. However, when the anatomy is complex, the pathology is unusual, or the case involves proximity to critical structures like nerves and sinuses, the training and experience of a dedicated oral surgeon makes a material difference in safety and outcomes.
Dr. Chamria's additional training in oral oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering also provides perspective on tissue management, reconstruction techniques, and surgical planning that benefits all surgical cases — not just cancer-related ones.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to the questions patients ask most often.
When should I see an oral surgeon instead of a general dentist?
Oral surgeons (formally trained as Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons) are specialist dentists with additional surgical training. You should consult an oral surgeon for impacted wisdom teeth, jaw cysts, facial trauma, jaw alignment issues, complex extractions, or any procedure that involves bone, nerves, or requires surgical expertise beyond routine dental care.
Is wisdom tooth removal always necessary?
Not always. Removal is recommended when wisdom teeth are impacted, partially erupted, causing pain, damaging adjacent teeth, or associated with cyst formation. If your wisdom teeth are fully erupted, well-aligned, and maintainable, they may not require extraction. Assessment with a panoramic X-ray or CBCT scan helps determine the need.
What is orthognathic surgery?
Orthognathic (jaw) surgery corrects significant jaw misalignments that cannot be fixed with orthodontics alone. It is used to treat conditions like protruding or receding jaws, open bite, facial asymmetry, and obstructive sleep apnoea caused by jaw anatomy.
How long is recovery after oral surgery?
Recovery depends on the procedure. Simple wisdom tooth removal may involve 2–3 days of discomfort. More complex procedures like jaw surgery require weeks of modified diet and gradual healing. Specific recovery timelines and instructions are provided during treatment planning.
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