Investigations

Biopsy

This is paramount in order to diagnose cancer. Your OMFS H&N surgeon will take a sample of the abnormal …Read More + »

Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA)

This is a form of biopsy, but instead of tissue sample, the OMFS H&N …Read More + »
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Core Biopsy

This is similar to the FNA, but instead of a needle, a biopsy gun is used, that takes more tissue and allows …Read More + »

X –Rays

OPG, PA mandible, Facial (OM) views, Cephalometric, OcclusalRead More + »

MRI

A procedure that uses a magnet, radio waves, and a computer to make a series of detailed pictures of …Read More + »
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CT

A computerised x-ray that makes a series of detailed pictures of areas inside the body, taken from …Read More + »

PET CT

A procedure to find malignant tumour cells in the body. A small amount of radioactive glucose …Read More + »

Cone Beam CT

A specialist CT scan, called cone beam CT, will be requested, to examine the relationship of the wisdom …Read More + »
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Sialogram

This is a radiographic examination of the salivary glands ductal system. It involves the injection …Read More + »

Examination under anaesthesia (EAU)

For this exam, you will be asleep. Your OMFS H&N surgeon will …Read More + »
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Clinical Photographs

Your surgeon will examine you, and arrange for clinical photographs. He will discuss the most …Read More + »