World-Class Capabilities In Oral & Craniofacial Care
Portland Dental Craniofacial Medical Services
When it comes to your health, it’s important to have confidence in your physicians. As the Northwest’s most specialized medical and surgical practice, we have over 25 years of experience providing unmatched care to our patients. Now that’s something to be confident about.
Leaders In Craniofacial Reconstructive Surgery
Our Portland Oregon cranio-facial surgeons are heavily involved in pioneering complex cranio-facial trauma & cancer-fighting techniques that are used in hospitals today. With our partnership with the Providence Portland Medical Center and our other umbrella organizations, allow our surgeons to be on the forefront of innovation for cranio-facial issues.
The Head & Neck Institute
In fact, HNSA is only a part of what we do in the Portland community. The Head and Neck Institute (HNI) serves as an umbrella organization linking our clinical, educational, organizational, and research activities.
There are eight components to The Head and Neck Institute: HNSA, Head and Neck Foundation, Futures Outpatient Surgery Center, Trauma Specialists, L.L.C., The Oral/Head and Neck Cancer Program and Clinic, offices and practices of Drs. Hodgson and Cuyler, Fellowship in Head and Neck Oncologic and Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery, and the Fellowship in Advanced Craniomaxillofacial Surgery and Trauma Research.
Oral, Head and Neck Cancer & Tumor Surgery in Portland, OR
We offer comprehensive, individualized care for patients with benign and malignant oral, head, and neck cancers. Our surgeons specialize in the removal of tumors located between the brain and the clavicle, anterior to the spine, tumors of the mouth, face, jaw, tongue, throat, voice box, and thyroid gland, as well as tumors at the skull base.
Cleft, Craniofacial, Pediatric Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Portland, OR
Our dual degree fellowship trained surgeons provide state-of-the-art care for a variety of congenital and acquired facial conditions from infancy to adulthood. We offer compassionate care and comprehensive treatment with a conservative staged reconstructive approach to restore function, normalize speech, improve appearance, correct dental malocclusion, and help your child develop and maintain self-confidence.
Jaw Surgery in Portland, OR
Our surgeons regularly provide corrective jaw surgery for individuals born with overbites or underbites. Orthognathic means “straight jaws” and the goal of orthognathic surgery is to realign the jaws so that teeth are able to come together properly. This procedure is often performed in conjunction with an orthodontist.
Facial Trauma Reconstruction in Portland, OR
When it comes to your health, it’s important to have confidence in your physicians. As the Northwest’s most specialized medical and surgical practice, we have over 25 years of experience providing unmatched care to our patients. Now that’s something to be confident about.
Joint Disorders
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMJ) are related to the complex jaw joint. Our multidisciplinary approach to both surgical and non-surgical management of TMJ disorders typically involves close consultation with restorative dentists, orthodontists, and physical therapists. Every patient is different and depending on the diagnosis, treatment may involve medication, diet restrictions, physical therapy, dental splints, orthodontics, and/or surgery.

