Melbourne Oral Medicine & Facial Pain Centre

Dr Suhaib Alqudah oral medicine specialist Melbourne

Melbourne Oral Medicine and Facial Pain Centre clinician

15+ Years of Clinical Experienc

— ABOUT MELBOURNE ORAL MEDICINE —

Meet Your Specialist

Dr Suhaib Alqudah is a registered Oral Medicine Specialist holding a Doctor of Clinical Dentistry in Oral Medicine and a PhD in Oral Lichen Planus from the University of Melbourne. Since 2017 he has focused entirely on specialist Oral Medicine, caring for patients with complex oral and maxillofacial conditions.

He is highly skilled in oral mucosal diseases, temporomandibular disorders, neuralgias, orofacial pain, obstructive sleep apnoea, and dental care for cancer patients and medically complex individuals — now offered Australia-wide through secure teleconsultation.

Oral Mucosal Diseases

TMJ & Jaw Joint Pain

Burning Mouth Syndrome

Salivary Gland Disorders

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— TELEHEALTH ADVANTAGES —

Why Teleconsultation is an Excellent First Step?

Unlike many dental appointments, the first Oral Medicine consultation is primarily focused on diagnosis and treatment planning.

For many patients, the initial consultation allows us to determine whether your condition:

is a normal anatomical variation requiring reassurance
requires blood tests
requires imaging
requires a biopsy
requires surgery
can be managed medically
should be referred to another specialist

This means many patients can avoid unnecessary travel while still receiving expert specialist advice.

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— ONLINE ASSESSMENT —

MOST CONDITIONS CAN BE ASSESSED INITIALLY ONLINE

Many patients travel hundreds of kilometers only to be told they need:

reassurance only

a blood test

a biopsy

medical imaging

referral to another specialist

follow-up only

These important decisions can often be made during your first telehealth consultation.

Once your diagnosis and management plan are established, Dr Suhaib Alqudah will coordinate the next step with you and your local healthcare providers where appropriate.

— WHY CHOOSE TELEDENTISTRY? —

Teledentistry allows you to receive expert oral medicine care without the need to travel

As Supported by the Australian Dental Association:

"Telehealth is warranted for patients with orofacial pain and headache, temporomandibular disorders, and painful or potentially sinister orofacial pathology. In many cases, a working diagnosis and recommendations including triaging can be delivered via telehealth."

Convenient Access

Speak with an oral medicine expert from the comfort of your home, office, or wherever suits you best.

Flexible Appointments

More options, including after-hours availability for your convenience.

Timely Specialist Advice

Avoid long waiting periods for specialist assessment. Get answers, reassurance, and guidance sooner.

Streamlined Referrals

If in-person care or further testing is required, we'll help coordinate the next steps quickly and efficiently.

Oral Medicine Conditions We Assess

Oral Ulcers & Mucosal Diseases

Online oral medicine assessment for recurrent or persistent mouth ulcers, oral lichen planus, candidiasis, white or red patches, blistering disease and other oral mucosal conditions.

A teleconsultation can review symptoms, photographs and existing reports, then explain whether local examination, blood tests, treatment or biopsy may be appropriate. In-person care is recommended whenever clinically required.

Orofacial Pain & TMJ Disorders

Online assessment for TMJ pain, jaw pain, restricted opening, joint clicking, facial pain, headache associated with the jaw and persistent non-dental pain.

Teleconsultation is suitable for adults and older adults with chronic pain who need diagnostic guidance, report review and a coordinated plan for local imaging, physiotherapy, medication review or specialist care.

Oral Lesions & Oral Cancer Screening

Specialist online triage for oral lesions, persistent white or red patches, pigmented lesions, non-healing ulcers and concerns about oral cancer or precancerous change.

Remote review does not replace a physical cancer examination or biopsy. It helps assess urgency, review photographs and reports, and direct patients to appropriate local examination, imaging or oral biopsy when needed.

Burning Mouth, Taste & Sensory Disorders

Online oral medicine assessment for burning mouth syndrome, oral dysaesthesia, altered or reduced taste, tingling, numbness and persistent sensory symptoms not explained by routine dental findings.

A structured teleconsultation can review medication, medical history and previous tests, identify possible contributing factors and outline appropriate local investigations or treatment options.

Dry Mouth & Salivary Gland Disorders

Specialist teleconsultation for persistent dry mouth, suspected Sjögren disease, medication-related dryness, recurrent salivary gland swelling, salivary stones and related oral symptoms.

The consultation can review chronic disease and medicines, guide local blood tests or imaging, and provide a coordinated oral care plan for patients across Australia, including Tasmania.

Oral Manifestations of Systemic & Immune-Mediated Diseases

Online oral medicine support for patients with autoimmune disease, immune-mediated blistering disease, chronic systemic illness, cancer therapy complications, recurrent candidiasis and medication-related oral problems.

Teleconsultation helps adults and older adults review complex histories and coordinate appropriate local dental, medical, pathology or biopsy care with their treating clinicians.

— HOW TO BOOK? —

Follow our simple 5-step process for specialist Oral Medicine teleconsultation care across Australia.

Step 1

Email Us, Include:

Referral (if available)
Clinical photographs
Medical history
Blood tests
Biopsy reports
Scans & radiographs
Current medications

Step 2

Case Review

Dr Alqudah personally reviews your information.
Your case is triaged for priority care.

Step 3

Appointment Selection

Receive available appointment times via email.
Choose a suitable time for your schedule.

Step 4

Video Consultation

Meet securely online from the comfort of home.
Receive an expert diagnosis where possible.
Receive a comprehensive written management plan.

Step 5

Follow-Up & Organised Care

Pathology requests
Blood tests
Imaging
Biopsy
Surgery coordination
Referral to an appropriate provider

Comprehensive Care Pathway

If Further Treatment Is Required?

If additional investigations or treatment are required, Dr Alqudah will coordinate the next step. Depending on your diagnosis, this may include:

Pathology requests Blood tests Imaging Referral to an Oral Surgeon Referral to an ENT Specialist Referral to a Dermatologist Referral to your GP Referral to a Local Dentist

Our goal is to ensure that every patient has a clear diagnosis and an organised treatment pathway, regardless of where they live.

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