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Orthognathic Surgery
Le Fort I osteotomy, bilateral sagittal split osteotomy, genioplasty, and bimaxillary (bijaw) surgery — planned in detail to restore bite, breathing, and facial harmony.
Surgeon · Educator · Researcher
Precision craftsmanship for the face you live in.
Restoring smiles, rebuilding confidence. Advanced orthognathic, TMJ, and cleft surgical care — delivered with precision and compassion.
AOMSI Fellow · Orthognathic SurgeryABMSS Fellow · Cleft Lip & PalatePhD Candidate · Custom-fit TMJ TJRMDS · Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
“It all starts with a dream — of becoming a surgeon without knowing the challenges awaiting down the path.”— Dr. Monika Singh
Accepting new consultationsNuface Hospital · Surat
50+
Orthognathic cases
6+
Years of training
10+
National & international certifications
4+
Academic publications
About
A surgeon shaped by consistency, perseverance — and a deep respect for the patients she serves.
"It all starts with a dream." A dream of becoming a surgeon without knowing the challenges awaiting down the path.
A BDS graduate from MS Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru, and an MDS in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery from SCB (Govt.) Dental College & Hospital, Cuttack. An AOMSI Fellow in Orthognathic Surgery and an ABMSS Fellow in Cleft Lip & Palate Surgery, currently pursuing a PhD in custom-fitted TMJ total joint replacement.
I am enthusiastic, passionate, focused — and carry a ravenous appetite for knowledge. More than anything, I believe in consistency and perseverance — be it work, or be it life.
— Monika
Specialties
Advanced surgical care for the face, jaws, and airway.
A practice grounded in evidence, refined through global fellowships, and delivered with the precision and compassion every patient deserves.
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TMJ Surgery & Arthroscopy
TMJ diagnosis and planning, Level I–III arthroscopy, open joint surgery, and custom-fitted total joint replacement — informed by global centres of excellence.
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Cleft Lip & Palate Surgery
Primary cleft lip and palate repair, alveolar bone grafting, cleft orthognathic surgery, cleft rhinoplasty, and correction of secondary cleft deformities.
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Maxillofacial Trauma
Reconstruction of facial fractures and soft-tissue injuries using modern AO CMF principles and patient-specific planning.
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Cysts & Tumours of the Maxillofacial Region
Comprehensive evaluation, enucleation, resection, and reconstruction for benign and aggressive lesions of the jaws, face, and oral cavity.
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Implants, Sinus Lift & Rehabilitation
Full-arch and single-tooth rehabilitation, immediate implants, bone grafting, and direct & indirect sinus lift procedures for long-term oral function.
The journey
A decade of deliberate training across India and beyond.
From a university topper at Ramaiah to a senior resident at SCB and an orthognathic fellow at Nuface — every step has been taken with intent.
Experience & Fellowships
Jan 2025 — Present
AOMSI Fellow · Orthognathic Surgery
Nuface Maxillofacial & Dental Hospital, Surat
Orthognathic surgery planning, Le Fort I osteotomy, bilateral sagittal split osteotomy, genioplasty, and bimaxillary (bijaw) surgery.
Jan 2025 — Dec 2025
ABMSS Clinical Fellow · Cleft Lip & Palate
KP Sanghvi Hospital, Surat
Cleft lip and palate surgery, alveolar bone grafting, cleft orthognathic surgery, cleft rhinoplasty, and secondary cleft deformity correction.
Aug 2023 — Jan 2025
Senior Resident · Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
SCB Medical College & Hospital, Cuttack
Independent management of maxillofacial trauma, oncology, and reconstructive cases at a tertiary-care teaching hospital.
Aug 2020 — Jul 2023
Junior Resident · Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
SCB Dental College & Hospital, Cuttack
Three-year surgical residency with active roles in academics, trauma care, and the Junior Doctors' Association.
Jul — Aug 2022
Observer · Head & Neck Surgical Oncology
ACTREC (Tata Memorial Centre), Navi Mumbai
Rotational observership in advanced head & neck oncologic surgery and reconstruction.
Education
2020 — 2023
Master of Dental Surgery (MDS)
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery · SCB Dental College & Hospital, Utkal University
NEET-MDS All India Rank 66 · Karnataka State Rank 3. Multiple paper & poster awards at AOMSI conferences.
2014 — 2019
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
MS Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru
University topper across 11 subjects. Gold Medal for Academic Excellence and Best Outgoing Student of the batch.
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“I am a person who believes in consistency and perseverance — be it work, or be it life.”
— A guiding philosophy
Research & publications
Contributing to the literature — one careful case at a time.
Peer-reviewed work in the Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery (Springer Nature), focused on unusual presentations and systematic reviews that advance clinical decision-making.
2026Feb
Exploring SAPHO Syndrome with Mandibular Manifestation: A Systematic Review of Literature and a Case Study
Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery · Springer Nature
Systematic Review
2025Jan
Bear Mauling Injuries in Maxillofacial Region: A Review of 30 Victims from Eastern India
Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery · Springer Nature
Clinical Review
2024—
Survival patterns and prognostic factors of gingivobuccal complex squamous cell cancer: A monocentric retrospective chart audit
Oral Oncology · Elsevier
Research Article
2023Oct
Noma in an 18 months Toddler: A Rare Case Report with Review of Literature
Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery · Springer Nature
Case Report
Honours & awards
Recognition earned through relentless curiosity.
Student of the Year — Best PG Student
Famdent Excellence in Dentistry Awards, 2022
Dr. MS Ramaiah Gold Medal
For Academic Excellence in BDS, 2019
Best Outgoing Student
BDS Batch of 2014–2019, MSRUAS
Next Gen Speaker
2nd AOMSI Odisha State Chapter, 2023
IDA Colgate Scholarship
Multiple years
Best Paper Presentation
46th AOMSI Annual Conference, Indore, 2022
Conferences & fellowships
Always a student — of surgery, of the face, of the patient.
Recent learning from TMJ mini-residencies in Scottsdale and Baltimore, to international TMJ workshops in Cairo and orthognathic programmes in Bengaluru.
Apr 2026 · Scottsdale, AZ
TMJ Mini-Residency
Five transformative days of TMJ diagnosis, Level I–III arthroscopy, and total joint replacement with world-class experts.
Apr 2026 · Baltimore, USA
Observership with Dr. Gary Warburton
University of Maryland Medical Center — TMJ replacement, open joint surgery, OPD, IPD, and clinical discussions.
2025 · Cairo, Egypt
International TMJ Workshop
13th International Conference of the Egyptian Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.
2025 · Bengaluru
Face Craft Orthognathic Surgery
Orthognathic workshop at Bhagwan Mahaveer Jain Hospital with faculty from across the world.
2024 · Chandigarh
AO CMF Facial Trauma Course
AO Foundation course on Management of Facial Trauma at PGIMER — structured lectures & hands-on training.
Mini-Residency, Scottsdale
TMJ Surgery Observership · Certificate
Successfully completed the TMJ Surgery Observership under faculty Warburton, Levin, DiFabio, Patel, Burris, Hakim, Davis & Zakai.
Practice & affiliations
Proud to work alongside the very best.
A practice rooted in family, refined through fellowship, and anchored in two of Gujarat's trusted maxillofacial centres.
The Bombay Surgeons
Family practice · Ahmedabad
Nuface Maxillofacial
Nuface Maxillofacial & Dental Hospital
Orthognathic Fellowship · Surat
KP Sanghvi
KP Sanghvi Hospital
Multi-specialty practice · Surat
Frequently asked
Thoughtful answers to the questions patients ask most.
OMFS is a surgical speciality that treats diseases, injuries, and defects in the head, neck, face, jaws, and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. It combines dental, medical, and surgical training to manage everything from facial trauma to corrective jaw surgery, cleft care, TMJ disorders, and oral pathology.
Orthognathic surgery is considered when jaw discrepancies cause difficulty in biting, chewing, breathing, speaking, or when facial asymmetry impacts confidence. A full orthodontic and surgical workup — including 3D imaging and treatment planning — determines whether surgery is the right option and what outcome to expect.
Most TMJ disorders respond to conservative therapy. When needed, minimally invasive arthrocentesis or arthroscopy is the first-line surgical option, with total joint replacement reserved for advanced, irreversible joint disease. Each plan is patient-specific and based on careful imaging and clinical assessment.
Cleft care is a lifelong, team-based journey — from primary lip repair in the first months of life, to palate repair, alveolar bone grafting, and orthognathic or rhinoplasty refinements in the teenage years. The goal is restoring function, speech, and confidence at every stage.
Yes — both direct (lateral window) and indirect (crestal / osteotome) sinus lift procedures, along with guided bone regeneration and immediate or delayed implant placement. The approach is chosen based on bone volume, anatomy, and the long-term restorative plan.
You can reach out via the contact form below, call +91 74061 92177, or email monikasingh2121@gmail.com. Remote second opinions can also be arranged by email.
Get in touch
Reach out for a consultation or second opinion.
Whether you are a patient seeking care, a colleague for collaboration, or a student curious about maxillofacial surgery — I would love to hear from you.
Practice
Nuface Maxillofacial & Dental Hospital
KP Sanghvi Hospital
Surat, Gujarat, India