Concerns assessed by the surgeon
Consultation may involve a difficult tooth extraction, implant reconstruction, a jaw relationship, facial injury, a jaw lesion or rehabilitation after cancer treatment. The first step is to establish the problem and whether surgery is needed. Some concerns can be managed with conservative dental or medical care.
Examination and investigations
The surgeon reviews symptoms, medical history, earlier treatment and relevant records. Imaging, laboratory tests or biopsy may be advised where they answer a clinical question. A persistent mouth lesion should be assessed promptly rather than selected for treatment from a photograph.
Your surgical plan
The discussion covers the objective, alternatives, extent of the procedure, anaesthesia, risks and expected recovery. Complex work may involve other clinicians or a hospital setting. The team explains who is involved and where each stage will take place.
