Karmaveer Bhausaheb Hiray Dental College & Hospital, Nashik

Introduction

The Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery which has a host of trained Professionals, renders all varieties of surgical treatments ranging for acquired, congenital, traumatic and developmental diseases of the jaws and face to simple extraction of teeth.

The quality and promptness of treatment has not only created an impact on the population of Nashik city but also of the surrounding rural and urban areas. The possession of highly sophisticated surgical equipments has helped in changing the outlook of many patients with various facial defects. For the treatment of patients and for imparting proper clinical training to students, Operation theatres with proper facilities and indoor admissions, the department is attached to Ramalayam, Hospital and Medical Research Center.

Facio-maxillary and Oral Surgery is a recognized speciality of the Medical and Dental profession, encompassing the surgical and related treatment of diseases, injuries and deformities involving both the functional and esthetic aspects of the mouth, teeth, gum and jaws. The department strives for academic excellence by active association with various National and International organizations and through the guidance of highly qualified staff with vast and varied experience in the reputed institution of the country.

Despite the success of prevention, and the improvement in dental health in many parts of the world, the ability to extract teeth is still a necessary skill for most dentists. Patients do not relish the experience, but control of anxiety, avoidance of pain and reduction of discomfort will earn their gratitude. As in any form of surgery, complications must arise from time to time, and the dentist who undertakes to extract teeth has to be prepared to meet them. The purpose of 0ur department is to promote a systematic and organized approach to minor oral surgery.