Department of Oral & Maxillofacial/Facial Plastic Surgery Unit

‘’It’s simply a question of quality of life’’

Who are we?
We are professional governed body and registered under Healthcare Scientist in U.K. We provide and advisory services to patient for their rehabilitation by restoration using implants, splints and prosthesis.

Team Work
MPT’S work within a multidisciplinary team comprising of specialist in Oral and Maxillofacial, ENT, Burns, Neurosurgery, Ophthalmology, Oncology, Orthodontics, Plastic Surgery and Dentistry.

MAXILLOFACIAL PROSTHETICS AND TECHNOLOGIST

What do we do?
We MPT’S provide a vital service to patient receiving treatments for injury, disease or congenital deformity to the head, neck and other body parts e.g. nipple, digits, etc.

Challenge!!!

The MPT’S role has increasingly developed over the years requiring highly complex technical skills and increasing clinical involvement. Working in odd hours and stressful environment.

Criteria
Hardworking
Artistic
Committed
Inventive
Creative
Patience and empathy
Rewarding and satisfying

Importance

• Chance to be a member of The Institute of Maxillofacial Prosthetics and Technologist.

• License to practice in many parts of the world.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 GCE O Level (Science subjects).
• A level specifying in Science subjects
• Trained Dental Technician with interest Maxillofacial field

Opportunities for Furthering Career

• Opportunities to work in the Department of Maxillofacial and Facial Plastic Surgery, RIPAS Hospital.
• License to practice as a Maxillofacial Technologist in many parts of the World, e.g. Europe.