Dr. Kenneth Salyer, Founder & Chairman, World Craniofacial Foundation, Texas, USA, visited Balaji Craniofacial Hospital and Research Institute and signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Consultant & Director Dr. S.M. Balaji making this centre the WCF’s Asian affiliate partner.
Tongue cancer surgery in India has advanced significantly, offering patients exceptional functional and aesthetic recovery through modern reconstructive techniques. This case highlights a 36-year-old man with squamous cell carcinoma of the tongue who underwent hemiglossectomy followed by radial forearm free flap reconstruction at Balaji Dental and Craniofacial Hospital. With precise microvascular surgery and multidisciplinary planning, the patient achieved excellent postoperative results, reflecting India’s growing expertise in oral cancer treatment and rehabilitation.
Facing a tongue cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, especially when it affects critical functions like speech and swallowing. At Balaji Dental and Craniofacial Hospital in Chennai
Oral cancer is a serious health concern affecting thousands of individuals in India each year.
Dr. S.M. Balaji is a renowned and highly skilled oral and maxillofacial surgeon known for his expertise in complex jaw surgeries and craniofacial procedures.
