Detailed Introduction
UC Health Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, located at 3805 Edwards Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45208, is a prominent clinical and academic division within UC Health. It functions as a tertiary referral center, specializing in the evaluation, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of a wide range of diseases, disorders, and conditions affecting the oral cavity, maxillofacial area, and adjacent structures.
The institution boasts a rich history, with its residency training program being one of the oldest and most respected in the United States, established in 1913-14 and accredited since 1957. This commitment to education and research means that its surgeons are not only highly skilled clinicians but also active participants in developing new standards and advancements in the field. Many of the oral and maxillofacial surgeons practicing in Greater Cincinnati today have been trained by UC Health.
UC Health Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery offers a comprehensive array of services, including but not limited to:
Correction of skeletal deformities: Addressing issues with jaw and facial bone structure.
Trauma treatment and surgery: Managing injuries to the oral and maxillofacial regions.
Reconstructive jaw surgery: Restoring function and aesthetics after injury or disease.
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) surgery: Both total joint replacement and minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures.
Pathology of the oral and maxillofacial regions: Diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant conditions.
Facial aesthetic surgery: Procedures to improve facial appearance.
Dento-alveolar surgery: Including dental implant placement, wisdom teeth removal, and bone grafting.
Ambulatory anesthesia: Providing safe and effective sedation for in-office procedures.
The clinic utilizes advanced technologies such as i-CAT cone beam, three-dimensional imaging, and on-site MRI for precise diagnosis and treatment planning. As part of UC Health, it provides inpatient care at UC Health University of Cincinnati Medical Center (a Level 1 Trauma Center) and UC Health Holmes Hospital, ensuring access to a multidisciplinary team and cutting-edge facilities when needed. Outpatient care is primarily provided at the UC Health Physicians Offices in Clifton and the Rookwood Tower location. The team includes highly recognized faculty members, many of whom are consistently recognized by "Best Doctors in America" and "Top Doctors in Cincinnati." They are actively involved in research, contributing to global practices in areas such as pain relief, facial trauma, and outpatient anesthesia for obese patients. The division also has a strong commitment to community service, providing significant hours of low-cost or no-cost care to uninsured patients.
