Surgery Stories India, Surgery Experiences India

Hi this is Marry from New Zealand, I got done my maxillofacial surgery in India through FORERUNNERSHEALTHCARE.  I had some injuries and defects on my face. So I went to my doctor and he suggested me of maxillofacial surgery. He told me whole about maxillofacial surgery. He also added that the surgery costs are very high in New Zealand. I was so depressed but then he told me not to worry, as facial cancer or maxillofacial surgery is available in India at a comparatively low price. He told me about the whole procedure. The maxillofacial surgery is surgery to correct a wide spectrum of diseases, injuries and defects in the head, neck, face, jaws and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. It is a recognized international surgical specialty. An oral and maxillofacial surgeon is a regional specialist surgeon treating the entire cranio maxillofacial complex: anatomical area of the mouth, jaws, face, skull, as well as associated structures.

Maxillofacial surgeons are usually initially qualified in dentistry and have undergone further surgical training. Some OMS residencies integrate a medical education as well & an appropriate degree in medicine is earned, although in the United States there is legally no difference in what a dual degree OMFS can do compared to someone who earned a four year certificate. Oral & maxillofacial surgery is universally recognized as a one of the nine specialties of dentistry. However also in the UK and many other countries OMFS is a medical specialty as well culminating in the FRCS. Regardless, all oral & maxillofacial surgeons must obtain a degree in dentistry before being allowed to begin residency training in oral and maxillofacial surgery.

They also may choose to undergo further training in a 1 or 2 year subspecialty fellowship training in the following areas:

Head and neck cancer – microvascular reconstruction

Cosmetic facial surgery

Craniofacial surgery/Pediatric Maxillofacial surgery

Cranio-maxillofacial trauma

I decided to go to India for maxillofacial or facial cancer surgery. I contacted to Dr. Dheeraj Bojwani and told about my wish to carry on my maxillofacial or facial cancer surgery in India. I was received there with a warm greeting and my surgery went well there. Medical tourism in India is a developing concept whereby people from world over visit India for their medical and relaxation needs. General dental maintenance, prevention or restoration must be performed prior to orthodontic and surgical intervention. Then during my surgery, the first stage of treatment was the alignment of the teeth into a stable relationship with the underlying jaw by orthodontics, which prepared the dental arches for the surgical repositioning. This stage usually took the longest, from a few months to over a year. At this stage, the abnormal bite (malocclusion) was more noticeable. When I was ready for the surgical procedures, the orthodontist and maxillofacial surgeon reviewed photographs, x-ray and dental models to finalize the surgical plan. The operation involved a single jaw or both jaws. The surgery was combined with other procedures, such as rhinoplasty or geniality to improve the general appearance of my face. The procedure took 2-4 hours, depending on the complexity.

 I was kept in the hospital for 2-5 days, again depending on the specifics of the procedure and post-operative condition. I returned to my normal activities within a week or two after the surgery. The surgeon monitored the healing, and reviewed the changes in my facial structures and occlusion. The orthodontist adjusted the braces to fit the new repositioned jaw. Orthodontic treatment may continue for several months to ensure optimal positioning of the teeth. I would like to tell you that Forerunners Healthcare, a medical healthcare group is the leading medical travel and support service for safety, medical excellence and assured outcomes. The reason India is a favorable destination is because of its infrastructure and technology in which is in par with those in USA, UK and Europe. India has some of the best hospitals and treatment centers in the world with the best facilities. Since it is also one of the most favorable tourist destinations in the world, Medication combines with tourism has come into effect. I can’t forget my maxillofacial or facial cancer surgery in India. Thanks to all of them, especially Dr. Bojwani, surgeons and all the staff members.