Opus Oral Health Centre is an Oral Medicine and Oral Maxillofacial Pathology specialty clinic directed by Dr. Samson Ng. This is a state-of-the-art venue devoted to providing diagnosis and clinical care for patients who might suffer from:
- Temporomandibular Joint Disorders/ Oro-Facial pain
- Oral & Maxillofacial pathological conditions
- Oral problems associated with systemic diseases
As a referral centre, we offer referral consultation services to dentists, physicians, dental hygienist, and other health care providers. Dr. Ng is happy to assist referring care providers by discussing their patients’ case in order to optimize comprehensive care.
In many cases, a patient with complex oral and maxillofacial conditions is unique and requires an individualized management strategy. Here are examples of cases that were referred to this clinic for diagnosis and management:
- TMJ Pain and clicks (temporomandibular joint disorders)
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Benign, pre-malignant and malignant oral lesions (lumps and bumps)
- Infections, ulcers or sores of unknown etiology
- Vesiculoulcerative disorders
- Xerostomia, dry mouth
- “Burning Mouth”
- Candidiasis
- Oral manifestations of systemic and autoimmune diseases
- Oral manifestations of cancer treatment (e.g. radiation, chemotherapy)
- Oral dysfunctions related to motor vehicle injuries, work-related injuries, or long-term disability (e.g. ICBC, WCB, third party insurance agency)