Maxillofacial (face)
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What we do
Our maxillofacial department diagnoses and treats problems with the mouth, jaws, face and neck. It is sometimes called maxfax.
We provide:
oral and maxillofacial surgery, such as cancer surgery and reconstructions
oral surgery, including tooth extractions
orthodontics to improve the appearance and alignment of teeth and correct problems with bite
restorative dentistry, for diagnosis and management of diseases in the oral cavity
We regularly work in joint clinics with specialists from other teams, including Ear Nose and Throat, Ophthalmology, Oncology and Dermatology.
Browse our Maxillofacial patient information libraryHow to find us
Most of our inpatient care and outpatient clinics are based at the Maxillofacial Unit at William Harvey Hospital.
We also have clinics at the Kent and Canterbury hospital, Buckland hospital and the Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother hospital.
About your appointment
Orthodontic treatment
Orthodontic treatment can take between 18 and 30+ months to complete and during this time we would typically expect to see you every 10 to 12+ weeks. You will need to carefully consider any impact this may have on your work or your child’s schooling before commencing the treatment. Unfortunately, we do not offer any out of hours appointments.
How to use this service
Your GP, dentist and other hospital specialties can refer you to this service.
If you are a health professional, see our referral information.