Corrective Jaw Surgery

Corrective Jaw Surgery

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Jaw Joint Disorders

Jaw Joint Disorders

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Wisdom Teeth Removal

Wisdom Teeth Removal

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Dental Implants

Dental Implants

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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Dr Lance West practices a wide range of oral and maxillofacial procedures and has over 30 years of experience in the speciality.

Dr Lance West

Dr Lance West is an experienced and highly regarded oral and maxillofacial surgeon, based in Remuera, Auckland. After graduating BDS at the University of Otago in 1976, Lance trained in Oral and M...

Procedures

Since 1987, Dr Lance West has offered the following services from his Remuera-based clinic: Surgical removal of impacted wisdom teeth Surgical exposure of impacted teeth for subsequent orthodo...

Commonly Asked Questions

FAQs When can I eat and drink after surgery? You can start to eat and drink soon after surgery, but you should avoid chewing hard foods. Drinking plenty of fluids (not alcohol) is beneficial to reco

Contact Us

Dr West's surgery is conveniently located at 5 St Marks Road in Remuera. Coming from the south on the motorway, exit a Market Rd and turn left and right onto Manukau Rd. Or, coming from the North, ex...

Procedures

dental implant

Dental Implants

Dental implants are an advanced treatment option for the long lasting replacement of missing teeth.  Implants can be used individually to support an artificial crown where a single tooth is lost, or m...
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Wisdom Teeth Removal

Wisdom teeth are usually the last teeth to come through the gums. This usually happens in the late teenage years.  Most people have four wisdom teeth, but it is not uncommon for people have fewer than...
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Corrective jaw surgery

Orthognathic surgery (orthognathic surgery) is the surgical correction of the position, shape or size of the upper and/or the lower jaws. Problems which can be corrected with orthognathic surgery i...
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Temporomandibular joint disorder

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is where your lower jaw (mandible) attaches to the base of your skull (on each side of your head). If you place your fingers just in front of your ears and open your ...
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Latest Posts

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May

Maxillofacial surgeon explained for the layman.

Since the early 20th Century, Maxillofacial surgeon is the name given to people who specifically treats facial trauma, particularly around the jaw and mouth. Pioneers in trauma and reconstructive ...
05
May

The best jaw surgeon in Auckland

If you’re searching for a jaw surgeon in Auckland, then Lance West is your answer. With over 30 years experience, Dr Lance West can help with any serious reconstructive surgery you may need. With spec...

What Our Clients Say

All four of mine [wisdom teeth] were done by Lance (and premolars, and two gum anchors for my braces) all done in the same sitting and he was fantastic! Highly recommend, such a lovely guy as well 😊
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Did jaw surgery here. The people are very nice, the surgeon is GREAT and very experienced highly recommended, great results, great service and even better people.
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My cousin [had] jaw surgery by Dr. Lance West. It was a great experience & highly satisfied with their patient management system.

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He’s top of his field and did an incredible job 😊

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"My visit to Dr. Lance West's Dental Surgery was made pleasant and comfortable. I would recommend him to anyone looking for an oral surgeon in Auckland."
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