Jaw Tumors Jaw tumors are overgrowth of the parts in and around the jaws due to increase in the number or size of the cells. Jaw tumors are more common in the mandible than the maxilla. So whenever jaw tumor is in the differential diagnosis of a disorder, the radiographs of the mandible are taken. […]
Jaw Cyst
Jaw Cyst Jaw cyst is a cavity which is filled with fluid or soft material. It is basically, lined by an epithelium. The fluid exerts pressure which is internal for the cyst and therefore there is growth of the cyst. Cyst in the human body are most prevalent in the jaws i.e. maxilla and mandible. […]
Facial Trauma
Facial Trauma Facial trauma is also known as maxillofacial trauma. It is basically, any physical trauma to the face. Some of the most common causes of facial trauma are vehicle crashers, sports injuries, falls and assaults. Blows from objects as well as war time injuries can cause facial trauma. Work related injuries, animal injuries also […]
Facial Reconstruction
Facial Reconstruction Facial reconstruction is an important aspect of maxillofacial surgery. When any serious facial problem occurs with the patient then the dentists and surgeon prefer for a facial reconstruction procedure. This helps in restoring the precious features and modifying the present condition by turning the appearance of the patient into a positive one. Facial […]
Facial Deformity
Facial Deformity Facial deformity is the status of the patient in which the normal anatomical structures of the patient have changed aesthetically as well as functionally. Facial deformity is quite commonly used in maxillofacial surgery.For more details,please log in to www.aesthetica.co.in Some of the main causes of facial deformity are genetic factors, damage to the […]