Dental and oral surgery

Dental and oral surgery is a specialised field of surgery focusing on conditions affecting the mouth, jaw, face, and neck. Ramsay Surgical Centre Charlestown works with experienced specialists who focus on more than surgery — they help restore smiles, confidence, and comfort. The oral and maxillofacial surgery team provide care in a safe, supportive environment using advanced techniques to support each patient’s health and recovery.

Conditions treated

Below is a list of some of the conditions that a oral and maxillofacial surgeon might treat: 

• Facial trauma: Facial trauma from accidents, sports injuries, falls or assaults can affect both the bones and soft tissues of the face.
• Jaw misalignment: Often caused by development issues or trauma.
• Obstructive sleep apnoea: A sleep disorder characterised by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep.
• Oral pathology: Diagnosis and treatment of cysts, tumours and other oral lesions.
• Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorders: A group of conditions that cause pain and discomfort in the jaw muscles. These conditions affect the joints that connect the lower jaw to the skull.
• Wisdom teeth complications: Such as pain, infection or alignment issues.

Common procedures

Many procedures can be performed as day surgery under local or general anaesthesia, helping to minimise downtime and promote a smooth recovery. The most appropriate treatment for you will depend on a number of factors, and your doctor will tailor your treatment plan based on your specific needs and goals. Below is a list of some of the services we provide: 

• Biopsies for oral lesions: A tissue sample is taken from an abnormal growth or lesion inside the mouth for further diagnosis.
• Bone grafting and sinus lifts: Preparation for dental implants by restoring bone volume.
• Corrective jaw surgery (also known as orthognathic surgery): Designed to improve alignment between the upper and lower jaws.
• Dental implants: Placement of titanium implants to replace missing teeth.
• Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) surgery: To diagnose and treat issues such as jaw locking, pain and limited mouth opening.
• Wisdom teeth removal: Surgical extraction of impacted or problematic wisdom teeth.

Oral and maxillofacial surgeons and health care professionals work closely with referring dentists, orthodontists and other specialists to create a personalised treatment plan that meets your needs.