The SDM craniofacial Surgery & Research centre is one of asia's premier hospitals, offering tertiary treatments related to Plastic, Maxillofacial, Cleft and Craniofacial care. Established in 1998, it was India’s first dedicated centre towards head and neck surgeries. Affiliated to both SDM college of medical sciences and hospital and the SDM dental college, the unit offers a world class teaching program for post graduates.