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At Dr Julius P. Köhler’s Maxillo Facial and Oral Surgery in Pretoria, we pride ourselves on individual tailored care, attention to detail and friendly service.

Maxillo Facial and
Oral Surgery

Dr Julius P. Köhler has the surgical expertise to treat dental and medical problems involving the oral cavity and the maxillofacial area. The whole face. Whether your dentist refers you to our office, you have pain or symptoms causing you concern, or you simply have questions you would like answered, please contact our office today to schedule an appointment. We are here to answer your questions and provide the treatment you deserve!

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012 346 3466

ZAH Day Hospital, Walker Creek Office Park, Building 2, 90 Florence Ribeiro Avenue, Muckleneuk, Pretoria, 0181

Practice Hours

Mon – Wed

08h00 – 17h00

Thursday

08h00 – 16h00

Friday

08h00 – 13h00

Weekends

Closed

Services

Wisdom teeth
(impacted teeth)
Dental implants and
augmentations
Minor oral
surgery
Conebeam
CT scans
Temporomandibular
joint disorders
Orthognathic
surgery
Medical Legal
Reports
Trauma
Oral pathology
3D Treatment
planning

Frequently Asked Questions

An Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMFS) is a specialist who has trained in the surgical management of conditions of the mouth, face and jaws.

An oral and maxillofacial surgeon is someone who treats dental and medical problems involving the oral cavity and the maxillofacial area. The whole face.

No referral is needed. The practice can be contacted directly.

Yes, we often remove wisdom teeth under local anaesthesia, as a single or multiple procedures. This will be discussed with the patient.

This will be discussed at the consultation. The period varies depending on the type of surgery, the type of work you do and the information supplied to your surgeon at the time of the consultation.

We have different options available. These options will be discussed on the day of consultation.

  • Local anaesthetic in consulting room
  • Conscious sedation in consulting room
  • Theatre
  1. A certain amount of pain, swelling and bleeding is to expected following surgery.
  2. To control mild oozing, bite down on a wet cold teabag. If bleeding persists or worsen please contact your dentist.
  3. Swelling is normal and is at its worst on the 3rd Put an icepack to the face to reduce the amount of swelling and pain.
  4. After 24 hours rinse very gently with lukewarm saltwater. Vigorous rinsing will dislodge the blood clot and result in a dry socket, which is very painful.

(Half a teaspoon of salt to a half a cup of lukewarm water)

  1. Self-dissolving stitches were used and will take 7-10 days to dissolve.
  2. Smoking or the use of alcohol is prohibited for the next 48 hours!
  3. The patient should not blow his/her nose in the case of an Oronasal-opening.
  4. Please take care not to bite your cheeks, lips or tongue whilst the anaesthetic has not worn off completely.

We will:

  • Ensure our patients have 24-hour access to medical advice and care.
  • Aim for you to have access to a suitably qualified medical professional within 48 hours of your initial contact during surgery hours, or in an urgent case, the same day.
  • Work in partnership with you to achieve the best medical care possible.
  • Involve you and listen to your opinions and views in all aspects of your medical care.

We respectfully ask that you:

  • Let us know if you intend to cancel an appointment or are running late.
  • Inform the practice staff of any alterations in your circumstances, such as change of surname, address or telephone number.
  • Adhere to information and advice given to you by health professionals, and co-operate with the practice in endeavouring to keep you healthy.

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Please feel assured you will experience a warm welcome to help you feel able to discuss treatment. Arrangements are possible.

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