Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
The Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery offers specialized treatment for congenital and acquired deformities of the face, mouth, jaws, and associated structures in all age groups for both soft tissues as well as bony components. The department is equipped with state of the art facilities and expert doctors to take care of all patients, even the victims of road traffic accidents with severe injuries on their maxillofacial region. The scope of the specialty is very extensive and includes pathological, functional and cosmetic, non-surgical/surgical services to the patients in the oral and craniomaxillofacial region.
Panel of Doctors
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Dr. Shanavas K.P.
Consultant - Maxillofacial Surgery
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Dr. Vinit R
Consultant
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Dr. Shanavas K.P.
Consultant - Maxillofacial Surgery
Dr. Shanavas, a highly skilled Chief Maxillofacial Surgeon with a demonstrated history of leadership and excellence in diagnosing and treating complex maxillofacial conditions. Proficient in overseeing surgical teams and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Exceptional ability to perform advanced surgical procedures and implement innovative techniques. Adept at fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and mentoring medical staff. Committed to advancing the field through research, education, and the delivery of compassionate care. He was the Project Director & Cleft Surgeon of the Akhila Bharatha Mahila Seva Samaja, India and Deutsche Cleft Kinderhilfe, Germany.
Qualifications
- MDS | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, India 2015 - 2018
- Implantology | Nobel BioCare 2015- 2016
- BDS - Calicut University Kerala, India 2007 – 2013
Work Experience
- Project Director & Cleft Surgeon: Akila Bharatha Mahila Seva Samaja (ABMSS), Bangalore & Deutsche Cleft Kinderhilfe e.V. (DCKH), Germany
- Oral and Maxillo Facial Surgeon: BMH Hospital, Kannur, India
- Oral and Maxillo Facial Surgeon: Sevana Hospital and Research Centre Private Limited, Pattambi, India
- Oral and Maxillo Facial Surgeon: Nila Hospital, Pattambi, India
Specialisation
- Maxillofacial Trauma Management
- Cleft-lip/palate corrective surgeries
- Orthognathic Surgeries
- Facial Cosmetic Surgeries
- Dental Implant Procedures.
Dr. Shanavas K.P.
Consultant - Maxillofacial Surgery
OP Days and Timings
- Mon 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
- Tue 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
- Wed 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
- Thu 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
- Fri 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
- Sat 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Dr. Vinit R
Consultant
Dr. Vinit R is a Consultant Cranio-Facial Surgeon with over 7 years of experience. He holds an MDS from Azeezia College of Dental Science and specializes in congenital craniofacial malformations, orthognathic surgery, trauma surgery, and cosmetic procedures. Dr. Vinit has held prominent positions in various hospitals and has presented research at national conferences, demonstrating his dedication to advancing craniofacial surgery and patient care.
Qualifications
- MDS: Azeezia College of Dental Science, Kollam, KUHS Thrissur
- BDS: Maharashtra Institute of Dental Sciences and Research, Latur, MUHS Nashik
Work Experience
- Head of Department (Maxillofacial Surgery & Cosmetic Dentistry): Grace Hospital, Kaliyakkavilai, TN
- Assistant Professor: RAJAS Dental College & Hospital
Consultations
- HOD, Dept. of Craniofacial Surgery, VSM Hospital, Mavelikara
- PRS Hospital, TVM
- GG Hospital, TVM
- Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama Charitable Hospital, TVM
- Padmavathi Medical Foundation, Sasthamkotta
Professional Skills
- Management of congenital craniofacial malformations (cleft lip and palate, craniosynostosis)
- Dysgnathia and orthognathic surgery (jaw surgery for gummy smile, chin corrections, facial asymmetry)
- Treatment of craniofacial syndromes (Apert, Crouzon's, Treacher Collins, Hemifacial microsomia)
- Trauma surgery for the oral and maxillofacial region (jaw, cheek, nasal, skull, and eye socket fractures)
- Management of benign pathology (cysts, tumors)
- Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders and chronic facial pain
- Cosmetic surgery of the head and neck (rhinoplasty, cheek/chin augmentation, lip enhancement, botox)
- Surgical treatment of sleep apnea
- Dentoalveolar surgery and placement of dental and maxillofacial implants
Trainings Undertaken
- Charles Pinto Centre for Cleft Lip and Palate, Jubilee Mission Medical College
- Internship in Department of Head & Neck Oncology, Mazumdar Shaw Cancer Centre, Narayana Hrudayalaya, Bangalore
- Departments of Anesthesiology, General Surgery, ENT, General Medicine, and Neurosurgery at Azeezia Medical College
Conferences Attended
- AOCMF Symposium - Advances in Secondary Management of Post Traumatic Deformities (2016)
- 41st Annual Conference of AOMSI, Ahmedabad (2016)
- AOMSI Midterm Conference & 5th PG Convention, Vijayawada (2015)
- 11th Annual State Conference of AOMSI Kerala Chapter (2014)
- AOMSI Kerala State Branch Midterm Conference & PG Convention (2015)
- 12th Annual State Conference of AOMSI Kerala State Branch (2015)
Workshops Attended
- BLS Workshop at Azeezia Medical College (2018)
- Essentials of Head and Neck Ultrasonography, GDC Trivandrum
- Facial Rejuvenation, Cosmesis (2015)
- Research Data Management
CDE/CME Attended
- Update in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Kerala State Branch
- CME on TMJ Internal Derangement and its Management, Kerala State Chapter
- Sterilization and Disinfection in Dental Practice, Interbranch CDE Program
- Signaling Network in Periodontal Environment, Azeezia Dental College
Research and Publications
- Paper on "Cheiloplasty - Change in Plight of Patient" (11th Annual State Conference of AOMSI Kerala Chapter, 2014)
- Paper on "Post Traumatic Rhinoplasty and Cheiloplasty - A Case Report" (MAXFED 2015, Midterm conference and PG convention)
- Paper on "Tissue Expanders as a Reconstructive Option for Maxillofacial Defects" (12th Annual State Conference of AOMSI Kerala Chapter, 2015)
- E-Poster on "Mandibular Surgeries in Three Dimensions" (41st Annual Conference of AOMSI, Ahmedabad, 2016)
References
- Dr. Natarajan M, MBBS, MS, MCh (Neurosurgery), PRS Hospital, Trivandrum, Mob: +91 9486944833
- Swami Makshavritananda, President, Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama Hospital, Trivandrum, Mob: +91 8289916882
Dr. Vinit R
Consultant
OP Days and Timings
- Fri 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Dr. Shanavas K.P.Consultant - Maxillofacial SurgeryDr. Shanavas, a highly skilled Chief Maxillofacial Surgeon with a demonstrated history of leadership and excellence in diagnosing and treating complex maxillofacial conditions. Proficient in overseeing surgical teams and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Exceptional ability to perform advanced surgical procedures and implement innovative techniques. Adept at fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and mentoring medical staff. Committed to advancing the field through research, education, and the delivery of compassionate care. He was the Project Director & Cleft Surgeon of the Akhila Bharatha Mahila Seva Samaja, India and Deutsche Cleft Kinderhilfe, Germany.
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Dr. Vinit RConsultantDr. Vinit R is a Consultant Cranio-Facial Surgeon with over 7 years of experience. He holds an MDS from Azeezia College of Dental Science and specializes in congenital craniofacial malformations, orthognathic surgery, trauma surgery, and cosmetic procedures. Dr. Vinit has held prominent positions in various hospitals and has presented research at national conferences, demonstrating his dedication to advancing craniofacial surgery and patient care.
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Services & Facilities
- Facial Trauma Management.
- Orthognathic Surgery/ Jaw Correction Surgery
- Temporomandibular Joint (Tmj) Surgery.
- Arthrocentesis.
- Maxillofacial Infection Management.
- Facial And Dental Implants.
- Cleft Lip And Palate Surgery.
- Nose Surgery / Rhinoplasty.
- Facial Scar Revision.
- Surgical Facial Black Mole Removal
- Impacted Teeth Removal.
- Facial Cyst And Tumor Excision
- Face Lift Surgeries.
- Facial Pain Management
- Facial Asymmetry Correction.
- All Oral Lesions.
- Tongue Tie Release.