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Dr Jane Pellew’s advanced expertise in maxillofacial prosthetics enables her to help patients rebuild both function and appearance after trauma, surgery, or congenital conditions. With her compassionate approach and meticulous attention to detail, she creates custom restorations that restore confidence and improve quality of life.
After completing her general dental degree, Dr Pellew pursued advanced training in restorative and surgical dentistry, developing a deep understanding of oral-facial anatomy and complex rehabilitation. Her experience allows her to design and fit precision-made prostheses that restore essential functions such as chewing, speaking, and smiling, while achieving a natural, lifelike appearance.
Her work focuses on patients who have experienced significant oral or facial changes due to cancer treatment, injury, or birth differences. Dr Pellew works closely with surgeons and other specialists to provide coordinated, patient-centred care from start to finish.
At Pellew Dental, each maxillofacial prosthesis is designed with precision, care, and empathy — helping patients regain comfort, confidence, and a sense of normality after life-changing events.
What Is a Maxillofacial Prosthesis?
A maxillofacial prosthesis is a custom-made device used to replace or restore missing structures of the face or oral cavity. These may include:
- Intraoral prostheses – such as obturators to close defects in the palate or jaw following surgery.
- Extraoral prostheses – such as artificial ears, noses, or orbital (eye) restorations.
- Combined prostheses – restoring both internal and external facial structures for comprehensive rehabilitation.
Each prosthesis is individually crafted using biocompatible materials to ensure a natural appearance and precise fit.
When Is a Maxillofacial Prosthesis Needed?
This treatment may be recommended for patients who have experienced:
- Surgical removal of oral or facial tumours
- Trauma or accidents affecting the facial structure
- Congenital defects such as cleft palate or missing facial features
- Reconstruction needs following head or neck surgery
Dr Pellew works closely with surgeons, oncologists, and other specialists to create a coordinated treatment plan that restores both function and aesthetics.
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Surgical dentistry is used when oral health conditions can’t be treated through routine care. It includes procedures such as extractions, implant placement, and bone grafting. Dr Pellew performs these treatments with precision, ensuring safety, comfort, and predictable outcomes.
A Prosthodontist specialises in restoring and replacing damaged or missing teeth using crowns, bridges, dentures, and implants. Dr Jane Pellew focuses on rebuilding smiles that look natural, function comfortably, and last long-term, especially in cases involving complex restorative needs.
Cosmetic dentistry can include veneers, teeth whitening, bonding, and aesthetic restorations. Dr Pellew tailors each treatment plan to enhance your smile’s symmetry, colour, and confidence while maintaining natural, healthy-looking results.
Modern technology like digital scanners, CBCT imaging, and guided surgery enhances accuracy, comfort, and efficiency. At Pellew Dental, Dr Pellew integrates these innovations into every stage of care to ensure precise results and a more comfortable experience.
Yes. Most TMD cases are managed using conservative, non-surgical methods such as bite splints, muscle therapy, or bite adjustments. Dr Pellew focuses on relieving pain, improving function, and preventing further strain on the jaw joints.
All-on-Four uses four strategically placed dental implants to support a full set of fixed teeth. Unlike removable dentures, this approach provides greater stability, comfort, and chewing power — offering a permanent, natural-looking solution.
