Intermediate
Technical
IVT
OMFS
Also written as: OMFS — Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Oral and maxillofacial surgery, the surgical specialty treating conditions of the mouth, jaws, and facial structures.
Full Definition
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, a surgical specialty that diagnoses and treats a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects in the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial regions. This field encompasses procedures ranging from tooth extraction and jaw surgery to facial trauma reconstruction and tumor removal. OMFS practitioners require specialized training in both dentistry and medicine.
In Context
- "The patient was referred to OMFS for evaluation of jaw asymmetry." — Dental consultation note
- "OMFS consultation is recommended for complex third molar extraction." — Treatment planning
Also known as
oral surgery
maxillofacial surgery
Don't confuse with
OMS
oral medicine