British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Volume 46, Issue 8 , Pages 661-664, December 2008

Psychological issues in oral and maxillofacial reconstructive surgery

Carmel, 18, St. Francis Avenue, Willingdon Colony, Off S.V. Road, Santacruz (West), Mumbai 400054, India

Accepted 25 July 2008. published online 04 September 2008.

Abstract 

Many psychological problems affect patients who have oral and maxillofacial operations. This article reviews these problems among patients with craniofacial conditions, facial injuries, facial cancer, and those having orthognathic surgery. Facial cosmetic surgery is not addressed. Problems such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, poor social relationships, and changes in body image are considered. The roles of mental health professionals is emphasised to enhance postoperative satisfaction and to provide a better quality of life for these patients.

Keywords: Psychological issues, Oral surgery, Maxillofacial surgery

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PII: S0266-4356(08)00422-1

doi:10.1016/j.bjoms.2008.07.192

British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Volume 46, Issue 8 , Pages 661-664, December 2008

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