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What is one of the indications for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?
What is one of the indications for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?
- Polishing and cleaning of teeth
- Filling cavities in teeth
- Surgical removal of impacted teeth (correct)
- Application of dental braces
Which condition might require Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?
Which condition might require Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?
- Headache
- Common cold
- Fractures of the mandible or maxilla (correct)
- Sinus infection
What type of surgery is performed by an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon for cleft lip and cleft palate repairs?
What type of surgery is performed by an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon for cleft lip and cleft palate repairs?
- Neurosurgery
- Orthopedic surgery
- Cardiac surgery
- Reconstructive surgery (correct)
In what region does Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery specialize?
In what region does Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery specialize?
What is a common reason for the extraction of decayed teeth that cannot be restored?
What is a common reason for the extraction of decayed teeth that cannot be restored?
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What is one indication for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?
What is one indication for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?
Surgical removal of teeth that are stuck or unable to erupt normally.
What condition might require Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?
What condition might require Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons treat fractures affecting the jawbones.
What type of surgery is performed for cleft lip and palate?
What type of surgery is performed for cleft lip and palate?
Surgical procedures to repair birth defects involving the lip and palate.
Where does Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery specialize?
Where does Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery specialize?
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Why are decayed teeth extracted?
Why are decayed teeth extracted?
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Study Notes
Indications for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Treatment of dental trauma, including fractures to the jaw or facial bones.
- Management of oral pathologies such as tumors or cysts in the jaw area.
Conditions Requiring Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Cleft lip and cleft palate, which involves congenital deformities affecting lip and oral cavity structure.
- Severe cases of wisdom teeth impaction necessitating surgical removal.
Surgical Procedures for Cleft Lip and Palate
- Palatoplasty is performed to repair the cleft palate, often involving the rearrangement of tissue to create a functional palate.
- Cheiloplasty refers to surgical correction of the cleft lip, enhancing both aesthetics and function.
Specialization of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Focuses on surgical interventions in the head, neck, and facial regions, including mouth, jaw, and associated structures.
Common Reasons for Tooth Extraction
- Extraction often required for decayed teeth that cannot be restored, such as those with extensive decay or damage beyond repair.
- Surgery might be necessary to prevent infection or further complications in dental health.
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