Dr Mark Meyer – Maxillo-Facial Surgeon – Brackenfell

Dr Mark Meyer – Maxillo-Facial Surgeon – Brackenfell

Dr Mark Meyer – Maxillo-Facial Surgeon – Brackenfell practices at Mediclinic Cape Gate, where he leads a private facial and oral surgery clinic. He earned his BChD from the University of Stellenbosch in 2001 and completed a Dip Odont at the University of Pretoria in 2002 . Moreover, he achieved FC MFOS (SA) fellowship status in 2015 .

During his formative years, Dr Meyer undertook comprehensive training at Groote Schuur Hospital, rotating through Intensive Care, Trauma Surgery, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, ENT, Neurosurgery, and Ophthalmology . Consequently, he gained a multidisciplinary perspective that informs his reconstructive strategies. Furthermore, he earned the prestigious AOCMF fellowship, training in Austria in TMJ surgery, and completed a mini-residency in arthroscopic TMJ techniques under world-renowned surgeons. 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. Meanwhile, he co-founded the Facial and Oral Surgery clinic, offering state-of-the-art care at both Netcare N1 City and Mediclinic Cape Gate .

Services

• Facial Trauma Repair: open reduction with mini-plate fixation and meticulous soft-tissue preservation.

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

• Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Surgery: arthroscopic and open procedures for disc replacement, joint reconstruction, and replacement implants.

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

• Cosmetic Facial Procedures: facelifts, blepharoplasty, and dermal-fat grafting to “minimize age and maximize beauty.”

• 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 custom implants.

• Cleft Lip & Palate Repair: primary and secondary interventions with multidisciplinary speech-therapy support.

• 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.

Additional Information

Mediclinic Cape Gate provides ultramodern surgical theatres equipped with high-definition imaging, real-time navigation, and a fully digital record-keeping system. Moreover, Dr Meyer leads a multidisciplinary team—including anesthetists, physiotherapists, and dietitians—to ensure cohesive perioperative care. Consequently, patients benefit from streamlined pathways and continuous support .

Patient experience remains central. Therefore, Dr Meyer emphasises clear, compassionate communication, guiding every individual through diagnosis, treatment options, and recovery milestones. Furthermore, he adheres to stringent aseptic protocols and enhanced-recovery pathways, which accelerate healing and reduce hospital stays. He also conducts regular follow-up clinics and offers telemedicine for remote consultations.

Beyond clinical duties, he 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 extends from the operating theatre to healthcare management.

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