At the center of efficient dental care is the accurate and early diagnosis of oral disease, known as Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology. This sub-specialty of dentistry concerns the diagnosis, treatment and study of diseases of the mouth, jaws and face, including the hard tissues of these areas.

The Stony Brook Oral Pathology Clinic treats many of these conditions, including: 

• Benign neoplasms
• Burning mouth syndrome
• Dry mouth
• Lichen planus
• Oral complications from cancer treatment
• Oral ulcers
• Pre-malignant/malignant neo-plasms
• Sjögren’s syndrome
• Vesiculobullous diseases
• Viral and fungal infections

Meet Our Doctor

Rekha Reddy, DMD
Assistant Professor
Director of Oral Pathology
Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
Fellow, American Academy of Oral Medicine

If you or your dentist detect an abnormality, you may be referred to an oral and maxillofacial pathologist, who will take your medical history and perform a comprehensive head and neck exam. In some cases, a biopsy may be required to arrive at a proper diagnosis. A biopsy is the surgical removal of a small piece of tissue for microscopic examination. Biopsies can be performed in-office at Stony Brook Oral Pathology.