Geoff Chiu
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Geoff Chiu
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Mr Geoff Chiu is a distinguished Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon with over 20 years of invaluable experience. Mr Chiu specialises in a range of areas including wisdom teeth, oral surgery, facial deformity & reconstruction, benign salivary gland surgery, facial aesthetics, and facial pain.
Mr Chiu currently practises privately at leading clinics in East Lancashire. He has also served as a consultant oral and maxillofacial surgeon in the NHS for over 10 years based at East Lancashire Teaching NHS Trust and Royal Bolton Foundation Hospitals NHS Trust. His expertise covers a spectrum of sub-specialities, including facial deformity, facial trauma, and cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.
Mr Chiu’s academic journey reflects his commitment to excellence in the field. He holds an MSc in Surgical Science and Practice from the University of Oxford (2014) and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England with a specialty in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (FRCS(OMFS)) obtained in 2012. His educational foundation includes a PGCertMedEd from the University of Dundee (2011), MRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons of England (2005), MB ChB in Medicine from the University of Leeds (2003), MFD from the Royal College of Surgeons of England (2000), and a BDS in Dentistry from the University of Manchester (1997). With a wealth of academic achievements, Mr Chiu has cultivated a profound understanding of surgical science and practice. He is currently Clinical Director for Theatres at East Lancashire NHS Trust.
Beyond his clinical duties, Mr Chiu has made significant contributions to research and academia. He represented the British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons as a member of the working group that published the latest 2020 Third Molar Guidelines. He serves as the chief investigator at Saving Faces, a prominent research charity, showcasing his dedication to advancing the field. He is also member of the core group that runs Quality and Outcomes in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (QOMS) Project. Additionally, his insights have been sought as an Associate Editor for the British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Mr Chiu’s commitment to education is evident through his completion of a PGCertMedEd, and he has actively participated in conferences, presenting his research findings. He is an examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
Mr Chiu organises the regional Head and Neck reconstruction course with local skin flaps. He serves on the “Global Mercy” Hospital Ship providing treatment facial surgery to the population of West Africa www.mercyships.org
Geoff Chiu
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Mr Geoff Chiu is a distinguished Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon with over 20 years of invaluable experience. Mr Chiu specialises in a range of areas including wisdom teeth, oral surgery, facial deformity & reconstruction, benign salivary gland surgery, facial aesthetics, and facial pain.
Mr Chiu currently practises privately at leading clinics in East Lancashire. He has also served as a consultant oral and maxillofacial surgeon in the NHS for over 10 years based at East Lancashire Teaching NHS Trust and Royal Bolton Foundation Hospitals NHS Trust. His expertise covers a spectrum of sub-specialities, including facial deformity, facial trauma, and cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.
Mr Chiu’s academic journey reflects his commitment to excellence in the field. He holds an MSc in Surgical Science and Practice from the University of Oxford (2014) and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England with a specialty in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (FRCS(OMFS)) obtained in 2012. His educational foundation includes a PGCertMedEd from the University of Dundee (2011), MRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons of England (2005), MB ChB in Medicine from the University of Leeds (2003), MFD from the Royal College of Surgeons of England (2000), and a BDS in Dentistry from the University of Manchester (1997). With a wealth of academic achievements, Mr Chiu has cultivated a profound understanding of surgical science and practice. He is currently Clinical Director for Theatres at East Lancashire NHS Trust.
Beyond his clinical duties, Mr Chiu has made significant contributions to research and academia. He represented the British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons as a member of the working group that published the latest 2020 Third Molar Guidelines. He serves as the chief investigator at Saving Faces, a prominent research charity, showcasing his dedication to advancing the field. He is also member of the core group that runs Quality and Outcomes in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (QOMS) Project. Additionally, his insights have been sought as an Associate Editor for the British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Mr Chiu’s commitment to education is evident through his completion of a PGCertMedEd, and he has actively participated in conferences, presenting his research findings. He is an examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
Mr Chiu organises the regional Head and Neck reconstruction course with local skin flaps. He serves on the “Global Mercy” Hospital Ship providing treatment facial surgery to the population of West Africa www.mercyships.org
Specialities
Chin and facial implants
Dental implants
Orthognathic surgery (Facial Discrepancy)
Investigation and treatment for mouth ulcers
Oral medicine
Oral lesion excision
Salivary gland lumps & removal
TMJ (temporomandibular joint)
disorders and treatment
Wisdom teeth removal
Removing teeth
Jaw cyst removal
Sleep apnoea
Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery
Eyebag removal
Scar revision/scar treatment
Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
Excessive Sweating
Tongue Tie

Chin & Facial Implants

Wisdom Teeth Management
Professional experience
More than 20 years of experience
Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon,
Colne Dental Care, Colne, Lancashire (present)
Consultant oral and maxillofacial surgeon,
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
Royal Bolton Foundation Trust Hospitals
Sub-specialties
Facial deformity
Facial trauma
Cosmetic and reconstructive surgery
Benign Salivary Surgery
Positions in public associations
Chief investigator, Saving Faces
(research charity)
Associate Editor, British Journal of
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Core member of Quality and Outcomes in
Oral and Maxillofacial surgery project
Education
MSc in Surgical Science and Practice,
University of Oxford (2014)
FRCS(OMFS), Royal College of Surgeons of England (2012)
PGCertMedEd, University of Dundee (2011)
MRCS, Royal College of Surgeons of England (2005)
MB ChB, Medicine, University of Leeds (2003)
MFD, Royal College of Surgeons of England (2000)
BDS, Dentistry, University of Manchester (1997)
Clinics at
Colne Dental Care
45 Albert Road
Colne, Lancashire BB8 0BP
Phone: 01282 863505
Email: enquiries@colnedentalcare.co.uk
The Beardwood Hospital
Preston New Rd
Blackburn, Lancashire BB2 7AE
Phone: 01254 507607
Clinics at
Colne Dental Care
45 Albert Road
Colne, Lancashire BB8 0BP
Phone: 01282 863505
Email: enquiries@colnedentalcare.co.uk
The Beardwood Hospital
Preston New Rd
Blackburn, Lancashire BB2 7AE
Phone: 01254 507607
Email: geoff.chiu@circlehealthpartners.co.uk