Oral surgeons, also known as maxillofacial surgeons, are medical specialists within the broader field of dentistry. They perform corrective and therapeutic procedures on the mouths and jaws of their patients and often work in conjunction with other dentists, surgeons, and orthodontists.

• Recording patient care by maintaining detailed notes of appointments with patients, including comments, tests, and/or treatments prescribed, and test results.
• Administering general and local anesthetics, when necessary.
• Performing surgical procedures to extract impacted or damaged teeth, place dental implants, and remove tumors and other abnormal growths of the oral and/or facial regions.
• Prescribing medication to improve recovery and control pain after procedures.
• Treating infections of the oral cavity, salivary glands, jaw, face, and neck.
• Providing emergency treatment of orofacial injuries including facial lacerations, intraoral lacerations, and fractured facial bones.
• Performing minor cosmetic procedures, such as chin and cheekbone enhancements.
• Providing support and advice to patients receiving long-term care.
• Consulting with patients and analyzing patient data to determine patient needs and treatment goals.
• Collaborating with other specialists, such as restorative dentists and orthodontists, to plan treatments.