10.Inside Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery with Dr. Anthony Chellappah

In this episode of the Mouth Off Dental Podcast, host Elias Sara takes listeners inside the fascinating world of oral and maxillofacial surgery — where dentistry meets medicine and precision changes lives. From complex jaw reconstructions to life-altering trauma cases, this specialty sits at the cutting edge of function, aesthetics, and technology.Elias is joined by Dr. Anthony Chellappah, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon whose experience spans everything from wisdom teeth removals to corrective jaw surgery, zygomatic implants, and subperiosteal implants. Together, they discuss how this hidden backbone of dentistry restores confidence, function, and hope for patients.How Dr. Anthony’s journey took him from general dentistry in Tamworth to maxillofacial surgeryWhat makes oral and maxillofacial surgery unique (bridging medicine and dentistry)Trauma surgery stories and the technical challenges of pan-facial fracturesWisdom teeth myths, nerve risks, and when to refer to a specialistZygomatic and subperiosteal implants for patients with limited boneThe art and science behind corrective jaw surgery and its life-changing impactAdvice for young dentists and patients considering surgeryHow 3D scanning and printing are revolutionising complex surgeriesA behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run a high-stakes surgical practice00:00 – Introduction to Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery02:00 – Dr. Anthony’s Journey from Dentistry to Surgery05:00 – Training Pathway & Trauma Surgery Experiences09:00 – Wisdom Teeth, Risks, and Nerve Anatomy12:00 – Implants Beyond the Ordinary: Zygomatic & Subperiosteal16:00 – Corrective Jaw Surgery & Transforming Patient Lives20:00 – Advice for Young Dentists & Red Flags for Referral24:00 – 3D Printing, Planning, and the Future of Surgical Tech28:00 – Running a Surgical Practice & Managing Pressure30:00 – Final Thoughts and Advice for Patients Considering Surgery👉 Follow the Mouth Off Dental Podcast on Instagram👉 Visit the Aesthetic Dental & Dentures Instagram👉 Learn more at the Aesthetic Dental & Denture Clinic WebsiteAll advice shared in the Mouth Off Dental Podcast is general in nature. Please see your own dental professional for personalised treatment and recommendations.