Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is a specialised field of surgery focusing on conditions affecting the mouth, jaw, face, and neck. Ramsay Surgical Centre Charlestown works with experienced Oral and Maxillofacial surgeons who provide high-quality surgical care in a safe and comfortable environment, using advanced techniques to support your health and recovery.

 

Conditions we treat

Our specialists manage a wide range of conditions, including:

  • Jaw misalignment: Often caused by development issues or trauma.
  • Facial trauma: Facial trauma from accidents, sports injuries, falls, or assaults can affect both the bones and soft tissues of the face.
  • Wisdom teeth complications: Such as pain, infection, or alignment issues.
  • 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. Surgical and non-surgical treatments for TMJ dysfunction and jaw pain.
  • Obstructive Sleep Apnoea: A sleep disorder characterised by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep.

 

Common procedures

Many procedures can be performed as day surgery under local or general anaesthesia, helping to minimise downtime and promote a smooth recovery. These include:

  • Wisdom teeth removal: Surgical extraction of impacted or problematic wisdom teeth.
  • Dental implants: Placement of titanium implants to replace missing teeth.
  • Bone grafting & sinus lifts: Preparation for dental implants by restoring bone volume.
  • Biopsies for oral lesions: A procedure where a sample of tissue is taken from an abnormal growth or lesion inside the mouth and diagnosed to determine if it is cancerous or benign.
  • TMJ surgery: Performed to diagnose and treat various issues like jaw locking, pain, and limited mouth opening.
  • Corrective jaw surgery: Also known as Orthognathic (jaw) surgery is designed to improve the alignment between the upper and lower jaws.

Our team works closely with referring dentists, orthodontists, and other specialists to ensure a personalised treatment plan that meets your needs.

 

Why choose Ramsay Surgical Centre Charlestown?

  • Specialist surgeons trained in both medicine and dentistry
  • Advanced care for complex dental, facial and jaw conditions
  • Comfortable and efficient day surgery setting with minimal downtime
  • Compassionate, patient-focused care

 

How to make an appointment

To make an appointment with an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, you’ll first need a referral from a GP or dentist.

Once you have a referral, you can find your preferred specialist using the button below. If you need more help, get in touch with our team.

Find an oral & maxillofacial surgeon

 

What to bring to your appointment

For your appointment, please remember to bring: 

  • Your referral 
  • Your Medicare card 
  • Your private health insurance details 

You should also bring results or reports from any relevant tests or scans you have had done.