Surgical Procedures Performed Through the Mouth: An Overview

Several surgical specialties operate through the oral cavity. Key categories include:

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

A dental specialty treating diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaws, and face. Procedures include:

• Tooth extraction
• Dental implant placement
• Jaw reconstruction
• Cleft lip and palate repair
• Oral cancer surgery

Endodontics

Focuses on dental pulp diseases. Primary procedure: root canal therapy (removing pulp and sealing the root canal).

Periodontics

Treats gum and supporting structure diseases. Procedures include:

• Gum grafting
• Bone grafting
• Flap surgery
• Laser periodontal therapy

Otolaryngology (ENT Surgery)

Addresses ear, nose, throat, and related structures. Common procedures:

• Tonsillectomy
• Adenoidectomy
• Sinus surgery
• Ear tube placement
• Laryngoscopy