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What are some common procedures performed in oral and maxillofacial surgery?
Common procedures include wisdom tooth extraction, dental implants, corrective jaw surgery, cleft lip and palate repair, and treatment of facial trauma.
How does oral and maxillofacial surgery differ from other dental specialties?
Oral and maxillofacial surgery involves the diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects involving both the functional and aesthetic aspects of the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region.
What are the typical qualifications required to become an oral and maxillofacial surgeon?
To become an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, one must complete dental school, a residency program in oral and maxillofacial surgery, and obtain a state license to practice.
What is the purpose of orthognathic surgery performed by oral and maxillofacial surgeons?
To correct misalignment of the jaws
Which of the following is a common condition treated by oral and maxillofacial surgeons?
Gingivitis
Which of the following is a potential complication of oral and maxillofacial surgery?
Infection of the surgical site
Match the following oral and maxillofacial surgery procedures with their descriptions:
Orthognathic surgery = Correction of skeletal abnormalities of the face and jaws Dental implants = Replacement of missing teeth with artificial roots TMJ surgery = Treatment of temporomandibular joint disorders Oral cancer resection = Surgical removal of malignant growths in the mouth or jaws
Match the following oral and maxillofacial surgery complications with their descriptions:
Nerve injury = Damage to sensory or motor nerves leading to numbness or weakness Infection = Presence of harmful microorganisms causing tissue damage or systemic illness Hematoma = Collection of blood outside of blood vessels, causing swelling and pain Osteomyelitis = Inflammation or infection of the bone and bone marrow
Match the following oral and maxillofacial surgery instruments with their uses:
Bone bur = Used for shaping and smoothing bone during surgeries Rongeur forceps = Instrument for cutting and removing small pieces of bone Surgical drill = Tool for creating holes in bone for implant placement or fixation Retractor = Instrument for holding back soft tissues or organs during surgery
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