Oral Maxillofacial Surgery Glossary

Deviation from normal bilateral symmetry of facial structures, often requiring surgical correction in severe cases.

Surgical procedures aimed at restoring facial muscle function and symmetry following facial nerve paralysis or injury.

A benign bone disorder where normal bone is replaced by fibrous tissue and immature bone.

Clinical examination technique to assess mechanical restriction of extraocular muscle movement.

Tissue transferred with its blood supply that requires microvascular anastomosis at the recipient site.

Post-surgical complication following parotidectomy characterized by gustatory sweating over the affected cheek area.

Surgical reshaping or repositioning of the chin for functional or aesthetic purposes.

Surgical removal of part or all of the tongue, typically performed for malignant tumors or severe trauma.

A surgical technique using barrier membranes to promote bone formation in deficient areas.

Congenital condition characterized by underdevelopment of one side of the face.

Cranial nerve XII responsible for motor innervation of intrinsic and most extrinsic tongue muscles.

Major branch of the mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve providing sensation to the lower teeth and lip.

Major nerve branch providing sensation to the lower teeth, lip, and chin.

Technique using wires between teeth to provide stabilization and jaw immobilization.

Temporary stabilization technique that maintains occlusal relationships by connecting the upper and lower jaws.

Developmental cyst characterized by a keratinized epithelial lining and aggressive growth pattern.

System for categorizing midface fracture patterns based on anatomical lines.

Horizontal maxillary osteotomy that separates the tooth-bearing segment from the upper facial skeleton.

A rapidly spreading cellulitis of the floor of the mouth that can cause life-threatening airway obstruction.

The vertical portion of the lower jaw bone extending upward from the body of the mandible.

Surgical removal of part or all of the mandible (lower jaw bone), typically performed for tumor resection or severe trau...

A surgical technique creating a permanent opening to drain large cysts while preserving surrounding structures.

Serious odontogenic infection involving the deep fascial spaces of the head and neck used for mastication.

Surgical procedure to move the upper jaw forward to correct midface deficiency and improve facial balance.