Oral, Facial & Neck Surgery
Mr Stefano Stea | Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Mr Stefano Stea is a dually qualified oral and maxillofacial surgeon — holding degrees in both medicine and dentistry — and NHS Consultant at Queen Victoria Hospital, East Grinstead. He specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the facial skeleton: temporomandibular joint disorders, facial bones, soft tissues of the head and neck, and the oral cavity.
He practises across Italy and the United Kingdom with a single purpose: to offer patients with craniofacial conditions an authoritative specialist opinion, a thorough clinical assessment and a personalised treatment plan — along with the clarity they need to make informed decisions at every stage of their care.
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Jaw pain, jaw locking, clicking or temporomandibular joint disorders can significantly affect both function and quality of life. Oral and maxillofacial surgery can offer the right solution.
The Approach
A method grounded in scientific rigour and clear communication: comprehensive clinical assessment, precise diagnosis, evidence-based recommendations and a tailored treatment pathway.
Research & Publications
Author of numerous publications in international peer-reviewed journals and a regular speaker at conferences both in Italy and abroad, Mr Stea has also appeared on several television programmes.
Italy & the United Kingdom
Mr Stea practises in both Italy and England. His training and continuing professional development span both countries, ensuring his clinical activity meets the highest international standards.
Areas of Expertise
Mr Stea’s clinical areas of expertise are in oral and maxillofacial surgery across his locations in Italy and the United Kingdom.
His history
A Vocation Passed Down Through Four Generations
Maxillofacial surgery has been part of Mr Stea’s personal journey for many years, long before he began his medical studies. The last in a line of four generations of physicians, he inherited from his family a deep passion for the speciality. His father, Guido Stea, is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of maxillofacial surgery in Italy.
Mr Stea’s clinical practice has always been closely intertwined with research and knowledge sharing.
The Patient Journey
Maxillofacial Assessment:
What to Expect
A three-step pathway to guide you before and after your appointment
Assessment
Get in touch and describe your concern. If a maxillofacial consultation is the most appropriate course of action, Mr Stea’s secretary will arrange an appointment at the location most convenient for you.
Preparation
Where a consultation is indicated, you will receive clear guidance on what to bring to your appointment — including any relevant documents or investigations — so you arrive fully prepared.
Evaluation
uring your appointment, you will receive a comprehensive specialist assessment and, where necessary, a clear treatment plan with all the information you need to decide how to proceed.
Contact Mr Stea
Briefly describe the concern for which you would like to seek a specialist opinion. Mr Stea’s secretary will be in touch promptly and, where appropriate, will arrange an appointment at the location most convenient for you.