Dr Mark Meyer – Maxillo-Facial Oral Surgeon – Knysna

Dr Mark Meyer – Maxillo-Facial Oral Surgeon – Knysna

Dr Mark Meyer – Visiting Maxillo-Facial Oral Surgeon – The Dental ON Group – Knysna practices at The Dental ON Group’s Knysna clinic, offering specialised facial and oral surgical care. He earned his BChD from the University of Stellenbosch in 2001 and completed a Diploma in Odontology at the University of Pretoria in 2002 . Moreover, he pursued an Honours degree in Oral Surgery at the University of the Western Cape and achieved FC MFOS (SA) fellowship status in 2015 .

During his formative training at Groote Schuur Hospital, Dr Meyer rotated through Trauma Surgery, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, ENT, Neurosurgery, and Ophthalmology. Consequently, he gained a multidisciplinary perspective that informs his reconstructive strategies . Furthermore, he was awarded the prestigious AOCMF fellowship in Austria, specialising in TMJ surgery, and completed a mini-residency in arthroscopic TMJ techniques under world-renowned instructors. Thus, he currently serves as Consultant TMJ Surgeon at Groote Schuur Hospital.

He continues to advance the specialty through academic leadership. For instance, Dr Meyer is pursuing a PhD in Genetics of TMJ Disorders, which aims to pioneer precision-medicine approaches. Additionally, he co-founded a state-of-the-art Facial and Oral Surgery clinic that serves both Netcare N1 City and Knysna patients. Consequently, he blends cutting-edge research with compassionate, personalised care.

Services

• Facial Trauma Repair: open reduction with mini-plate fixation, meticulous soft-tissue preservation, and 3D-guided reconstruction.

• Orthognathic & Reconstructive Surgery: CAD/CAM-guided osteotomies, bone-graft integration, and 3D surgical planning for jaw deformities.

• Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Surgery: arthroscopic and open procedures for disc repair, joint reconstruction, and custom implant placement.

• Dental Implantology: immediate-load implants via a fully digital workflow, guided implant placement, and advanced bone-grafting protocols.

• Cosmetic Facial Procedures: facelifts, blepharoplasty, and dermal-fat grafting to restore and harmonise facial aesthetics.

• Oral Pathology & Tumour Resection: excision of benign and malignant lesions with intraoperative frozen section analysis.

• Genioplasty & Chin Augmentation: precision contouring with computer-aided design and patient-specific implants.

• Cleft Lip & Palate Repair: primary and secondary interventions, supported by multidisciplinary speech-therapy collaboration.

• Minimally Invasive Techniques: endoscopic-assisted approaches to reduce scarring and enhance recovery.

• Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy: adjuvant for soft-tissue healing and hair-restoration protocols.

Each service employs state-of-the-art instrumentation, including high-definition imaging, real-time navigation, and precision laser platforms to optimise safety and outcomes.

Additional Information

The Dental ON Group’s Knysna facility features ultramodern operating theatres with integrated 3D navigation systems and a fully digital record-keeping workflow . Moreover, Dr Meyer leads a multidisciplinary team—including anaesthetists, physiotherapists, and dietitians—to ensure cohesive perioperative care. Consequently, patients benefit from seamless coordination from initial consultation through postoperative recovery.

Patient experience remains central to his practice. Therefore, Dr Meyer emphasises clear, empathetic communication, guiding individuals through every step of diagnosis and treatment. Furthermore, he adheres strictly to enhanced-recovery protocols and aseptic standards, which accelerate healing and reduce hospital stays. He also conducts regular follow-up clinics and offers telemedicine consultations for remote postoperative support.

Beyond clinical duties, Dr Meyer contributes to peer-reviewed publications and lectures internationally on TMJ genetics and reconstructive techniques. Additionally, he earned an MBA from the University of Stellenbosch Business School and serves on the board of a leading day-hospital group. Thus, his leadership spans both clinical excellence and healthcare management.

Schedule a consultation today to explore personalised maxillo-facial oral surgery solutions and discover how Dr Meyer’s technology-driven, patient-centred approach can restore function and confidence.