 As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Karim Hussain diagnoses and treats problems affecting the mouth, teeth, gums, jaws, salivary glands, face, neck and other related facial structures.
Oral surgery may be required to diagnose or treat injuries and diseases in the mouth. Biopsies can determine the presence of oral cancer or tumors, which may then be surgically removed (excised). Tooth extractions prevent or treat damage caused by impacted wisdom teeth or crowding. Surgery of the jaws can correct jaw alignment problems, TMJ, malocclusion ("bad bite") or other problems. The two-fold goal is to treat the problem and achieve the most aesthetically pleasing result possible.
Dr. Karim Hussain's specialties include:
Surgery of the Teeth - Surgery of the Mouth - Tumours/Cancer - Salivary Gland Conditions
Temporomandibular Joint
Disorders (TMJ) - Facial Deformity - Facial Trauma - Cosmetic Surgery
Surgery of the Teeth
 Extraction of Buried or Impacted Teeth
Wisdom teeth may erupt sideways, part of the way, or not at all. Improperly erupted wisdom teeth have the potential to damage nearby teeth, bone and roots, and invite bacterial infection, which in turn leads to pain, swelling, jaw stiffness and other problems. Dr. Karim Hussain is highly experienced in performing this surgery. Removal of teeth by Dr. Hussain, who also treats dentists and their families, is gentle and effective.
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide a foundation for replacement teeth that look, feel, and function like natural teeth. No more need to deal with uncomfortable dentures or bridges—with permanent dental implants, a person who has lost teeth regains the ability to eat and smile with effortless confidence.
Dental implants can support replacements for one or more teeth, including bridges, crowns or dentures. Dental implants allow outstanding results in both appearance and function of the new teeth.
The implants themselves are titanium cylinders which are surgically implanted into the jawbone where teeth are missing. The bone bonds with the titanium, creating a strong foundation for artificial teeth. Small posts are then attached to the implant. Protruding through the gums, these posts provide stable anchors for artificial replacement teeth. Implants also help preserve facial structure, preventing the bone deterioration that occurs when teeth are missing.
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Surgery of the Mouth
 Oral pathology focuses on the identification, treatment, origins and effects of oral and maxillofacial diseases. Dr. Karim Hussain diagnoses and treats conditions of the mouth, including but not limited to:
- Cysts
- Polyps
- White Spots (Leukoplakia)
- Pigmented Lesions/Patches (Erythroplakia)
- Inflammatory and Infective Conditions
- Papillomas
- Ulcers
- Dry Mouth
- Sore Mouth
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Tumours/Cancer
 Dr. Karim Hussain is a specialist in treatment of tumours and cancer of the mouth, face, jaws, salivary glands and neck. Meticulous evaluation is essential in order to achieve best possible outcome and facilitate as detailed discussion as possible with the patients and their families in dealing with these difficult conditions. When surgery is required the aim is not only to obtain a cure but also, as much as possible, restore appearance and function (utilizing advanced microsurgical reconstructive techniques when required).
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Salivary Gland Conditions
 Dr. Karim Hussain also specializes in the treatment of disorders of the salivary glands. These include:
- Dry Mouth
- Enlarged Salivary Glands
- Tumours
- Cysts
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Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMJ)
 Chronic facial pain -- pain in or around the ear, tender jaw, stiff or locked jaw, clicking or popping noises when opening the mouth, headaches and neck aches -- may arise from TMJ, a group of often painful disorders affecting the jaw and chewing muscles. Common causes of TMJ include:
- Trauma to the head or neck
- Oral habits such as clenching or grinding of the teeth
- "Bad bite" or missing teeth
- Arthritis
- Malalignment of the upper and lower jawbones
Dr. Karim Hussain undertakes a variety of treatments to relieve pain and restore function in patients suffering from TMJ. Among the most common TMJ conditions he treats are arthromyalgia, disc problems and ankylosis.
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 Facial Deformity
Disproportion of the jaws or soft tissues may result in facial deformity and an abnormality of the meeting of the teeth (called malocclusion). Orthognathic surgery is performed to properly align the upper and lower jaw. The repositioning of teeth and facial bones improves both the function and the appearance of the teeth and mouth. Dr. Hussain is able to correct facial deformity and malocclusion.
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 Facial Trauma
Surgery both restores function and improves the cosmetic appearance of the injured tissues. Dr. Karim Hussain is specially trained in treating both new and longstanding complex injuries of the facial bones and soft tissues; when required utilizing 3 dimensional imaging and stereolithographic modelling techniques.
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Cosmetic Surgery
 Dr. Karim Hussain performs several facial rejuvenation procedures to restore a younger look to the face including:
- Facelifts
- Brow Lifts
- Eyelid Surgery
- BOTOX® Cosmetic
- Soft-tissue Facial Fillers
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