{"id":16390,"date":"2022-05-27T11:47:38","date_gmt":"2022-05-27T06:17:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/?p=16390"},"modified":"2026-07-17T14:21:27","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T08:51:27","slug":"types-of-surgery-involved-in-oral-cancer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/types-of-surgery-involved-in-oral-cancer\/","title":{"rendered":"Types of Surgery involved in Oral Cancer in India"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the world of oncology or oral surgery, it\u2019s rare to find a specialty that has so much potential for collaboration in patient care. The team at Royal Dental Clinics recognises the importance of collaboration among specialists and the patients they serve. Oral Surgery, Plastic Surgery, and Maxillofacial Surgery are all crucial to helping oral cancer patients thrive after treatment. Oral Cancer Surgery in India is advancing with latest technology. In this blog post we discuss the synergies between these specialties, what they have in common with each other, and how they came together. Read on to learn more about oral Cancer unique subspecialties working together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/reach\/\">Get In Touch<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-red-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+919820012621\">Call Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1\"><strong>Who Is This Blog For?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This blog on the types of surgery for oral cancer is for patients recently diagnosed with oral cancer who want to understand what treatment might involve. It is especially useful for those confused about the different specialists they may encounter, such as oncology surgeons, plastic surgeons, and maxillofacial surgeons, and how these roles work together. It is also relevant for family members or caregivers trying to understand the reconstruction and healing process after surgery. And for anyone researching oral cancer treatment options, this blog offers a clearer picture of the collaborative surgical approach involved in recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-oral-surgery-for-cancer\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color\"><strong>Oral Surgery for Cancer in India<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oncology, simply put, is the study of cancers. As one of the subspecialties of internal medicine, it\u2019s devoted to diagnosing and treating the diseases that cause cancers. Oncology specialists can be trained in various fields, such as radiation oncology, medical oncology, surgical oncology, and others, each of which has its own focus and set of skills. Oncology surgeons are trained in the surgical aspects of cancer treatment, meaning they specialise in the surgeries used to diagnose and treat cancers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"900\" data-id=\"73137\" src=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Oral-Cancer-Teeth-900x900.png\" alt=\"Teeth After Cancer Surgery in Mumbai\" class=\"wp-image-73137\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"900\" data-id=\"73135\" src=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Cancer-Rehabilitation-with-Fixed-Teeth-900x900.png\" alt=\"Oral Cancer Fixed Teeth | Dental Implants After Oral Cancer Surgery\" class=\"wp-image-73135\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"900\" data-id=\"73136\" src=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Lower-Jaw-Cancer-900x900.png\" alt=\"Cancer Rehabilitation with Fixed Teeth\" class=\"wp-image-73136\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-plastic-surgery-repairing-damage-from-cancer\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color\"><strong>Plastic Surgery: Repairing damage from Cancer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The term \u201cplastic surgery\u201d is a bit misleading, because it actually refers to a diverse range of specialties under the broader field of surgery. This can include removing tumors, repairing wounds, preventing infections, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized is-style-rounded\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/oral-surgery.jpg\" alt=\"oral surgery | Oral Cancer\" class=\"wp-image-12803\" style=\"width:342px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Oral Surgery<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-maxillofacial-surgery-reconstruction\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color\"><strong>Maxillofacial Surgery: Reconstruction<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A Maxillofacial surgery is another surgical specialty that falls under the larger umbrella of plastic surgery. Oral and Maxillofacial surgeons specialise in the reconstruction of the face and jaws, often after cancer treatment. Maxillofacial surgeons treat more than just cancer patients, but the two are closely related. Maxillofacial surgeons often work closely with oncology surgeons because they share a common goal: helping oral cancer patients heal better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-collaboration-for-oral-cancer-surgery\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color\"><strong>Collaboration for Oral Cancer Surgery<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oncology surgeons, oncology plastic surgeons, and <a href=\"http:\/\/chiragchamria.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">maxillofacial surgeons<\/a> all work closely together to ensure their patients receive the best care possible. Oncology surgeons and oncology plastic surgeons work together when removing tumors or other growths, such as an infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"atbssuga-responsive-video\"><iframe title=\"Top Oral &amp; Maxillofacial Surgeon in Mumbai | Dr Chirag Chamria | Best Dentist for Same-Day Implants\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/aQnZrlRwlhw?start=28&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dr Chirag Chamria speaks on Oral Surgery<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2\"><strong>What Types of Surgery Are Used to Treat Oral Cancer?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The type of oral cancer surgery depends on where the tumour is located, its size and depth, whether the jawbone is involved and whether cancer has spread to lymph nodes in the neck. Treatment may involve surgery alone or surgery combined with radiation therapy, chemotherapy or other oncology treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/reach\/\">Get In Touch<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-red-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+919820012621\">Call Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3\"><strong>Wide Local Excision<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A wide local excision removes the visible tumour together with a margin of surrounding tissue. The removed tissue is examined by a pathologist to determine whether the surgical margins are free from cancer cells. Smaller tumours may require limited removal, while larger or deeper tumours may require more extensive surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4\"><strong>Glossectomy for Tongue Cancer<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A glossectomy involves removal of part or, less commonly, most of the tongue. The extent depends on the size and location of the tumour. Reconstruction and speech or swallowing rehabilitation may be required when a substantial portion of the tongue is removed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5\"><strong>Mandibulectomy for Lower-Jaw Involvement<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A mandibulectomy is performed when oral cancer involves or is very close to the lower jawbone. A marginal mandibulectomy removes a portion of the jaw while maintaining its continuity. A segmental mandibulectomy removes a full segment of the jaw and usually requires reconstruction to restore facial form and function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6\"><strong>Maxillectomy for Upper-Jaw Involvement<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A maxillectomy removes part of the upper jaw when cancer affects the maxilla, upper gums, hard palate or nearby structures. The resulting defect may be restored using reconstructive surgery, a specialised obturator prosthesis or a combination of surgical and prosthetic rehabilitation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7\"><strong>Neck Dissection<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oral cancer can spread to lymph nodes in the neck. A neck dissection removes selected lymph nodes and surrounding tissue when lymph-node treatment is indicated. The extent of neck dissection depends on the tumour site, clinical stage, scans and pathological findings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8\"><strong>Reconstructive Surgery<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reconstruction may be performed during the same operation as tumour removal. Tissue may be transferred from another part of the body to rebuild the tongue, mouth, jaw or facial structures. Reconstructive options can include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Local or regional tissue flaps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free soft-tissue flaps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bone-containing free flaps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reconstruction plates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dental and facial prosthetic rehabilitation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The aim is not only to close the surgical defect but also to support speech, swallowing, chewing, facial appearance and future dental rehabilitation.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/dental-implant1.jpg\" alt=\"Eat food after cancer surgery\" class=\"wp-image-9385\" style=\"width:383px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">food with dental implants almond<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9\"><strong>Dental Rehabilitation After Oral Cancer Surgery<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Patients may experience missing teeth, altered jaw anatomy, limited mouth opening, dry mouth or difficulty wearing conventional dentures after oral cancer treatment. Dental rehabilitation may involve:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Specialised removable prostheses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed or removable implant-supported teeth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pterygoid or zygomatic implants in selected cases<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jaw reconstruction followed by implant treatment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Speech, swallowing and dietary rehabilitation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Implants may not be suitable immediately for every patient, particularly where radiation, healing, recurrence risk or limited bone affects treatment planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/reach\/\">Get In Touch<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-red-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+919820012621\">Call Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-conclusion-to-oral-surgery\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This article has explored the synergies between three different subspecialties in oncology, surgery, and maxillofacial surgery. Oncology surgeons and maxillofacial surgeons also work together when reconstructing facial and jaw bone. This goes to show just how closely these two subspecialties are related and how they\u2019re working together to improve patient care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-conclusion-to-oral-surgery\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does every oral cancer patient require jaw removal?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Jaw removal is considered only when the tumour involves or lies sufficiently close to the jawbone. Smaller lesions may be treated with local excision without removing a major jaw segment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is reconstruction performed during the cancer operation?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In many cases, tumour removal and reconstruction are performed during the same operation. The exact plan depends on the defect, medical condition and available reconstructive options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can fixed teeth be provided after oral cancer surgery?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fixed teeth may be possible in selected patients using conventional, pterygoid or zygomatic implants. Timing depends on healing, available bone, radiation history and the overall cancer-treatment plan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the world of oncology or oral surgery, it\u2019s rare to find a specialty that has so much potential for collaboration in patient care. The team at Royal Dental Clinics recognises the importance of collaboration among specialists and the patients they serve. Oral Surgery, Plastic Surgery, and Maxillofacial Surgery are all crucial to helping oral cancer patients thrive after treatment. Oral Cancer Surgery in India is advancing with latest technology. 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