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Mr Mustansir Alibhai

MBBS, MRCS, BDS, MFDS, FRCS (OMFS)

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

Live bookings available

17 years of experience

London, SE1 9BS

(+3 more)

42 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Hassan Elhassan, Mr Deepak Komath and 8 other professionals

4.98

/5

(202 reviews)

Live bookings available

17 years of experience

London, SE1 9BS

(+3 more)

42 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Hassan Elhassan, Mr Deepak Komath and 8 other professionals

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Endorsements
Cancer of the Head, Neck, Mouth, and Tongue
44
3
Excision of Lesions of the Mouth, Tongue, and Gum
37
2
Wisdom Teeth Removal
25
4

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About Mr Mustansir Alibhai

Mr Mustansir Alibhai is a Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial/Head and Neck Surgeon. He is a highly professional and compassionate consultant whose excellent communication skills are matched by his clinical expertise. Dually qualified in medicine and dentistry, and having obtained distinctions in medicine and clinical sciences at King’s College London, he is currently based at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Trust. He has held similar consultant roles at University College London Hospitals and Bart’s Health NHS trusts.

A specialist in head and neck oncology, his areas of interest include: cancers of the face, mouth, jaws and neck; benign and malignant jaw tumours; neck lumps; oral cavity lesions; microsurgical facial reconstruction; benign oral lesions; salivary gland tumours and stones; facial trauma; temporomandibular joint pain, and oral and dentoalveolar surgery including wisdom teeth removal.

Having completed his higher surgical training in London, he was awarded a post-CCT (Certificate of Completion of Training) fellowship in head and neck cancer surgery at the prestigious Queen Victoria Hospital in East Grinstead.

In 2016, he joined Great Ormond Street Hospital as a locum consultant before taking similar posts at University College London Hospitals and Bart’s Health NHS trusts. In 2017 he became a substantive consultant at University College London Hospitals Trust and in 2020, he joined Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Trust.

Mr Alibhai’s combination of empathy and expertise make him a natural educator and he is involved in the teaching of higher surgical trainees in oral and maxillofacial surgery as an assigned educational supervisor and clinical supervisor. In 2019, he was the recipient of a patient-nominated award, an accolade which illustrates his complete commitment to delivering outstanding patient care and treating every patient as an individual.


Subspecialties

  • Head & Neck Surgery
  • Oral Medicine
  • Oral Surgery

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(292)
Endorsements
(57)

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Cancer of the Head, Neck, Mouth, and Tongue
44
3
Excision of Lesions of the Mouth, Tongue, and Gum
37
2
Wisdom Teeth Removal
25
4
Tooth Extraction
29
Oral Surgery
27
1
Oral Cancer
13
2
Jaw Surgery
13
1
Lesion Biopsy
11
1
Impacted/Infected Wisdom Teeth Removal
8
1
Head & Neck Tumours
4
5
Parotid Tumour
8
Head and Neck Cancer Surgery
1
7
Neck Lumps
3
5
Facial Pain
8
Temporomandibular Jaw Joint Pain and Clicking
4
3
Salivary Gland Surgery
6
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Problems
3
2
Microvascular Free Flap Surgery
1
4
Oral Medicine
5
Oral Lichen Planus
5
Head & Neck Cancers
1
3
Excision of Lesion of Lip
3
Lip Lesion
1
2
Mucocele Removal
1
2
Oral (Mouth) Cancer
3
Cyst Removal
3
Biopsy of Lesions of the Mouth, Tongue, and Gum
3
Salivary Gland Disorders
3
Mouth Ulcer Treatment
1
1
TMJ Surgery
2
Facial Trauma
2
Ranula treatment
2
Enlarged Lymph Nodes
1
Oral Reconstruction
1
Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)
1
Tooth Loss
1
Throat Cancer
1
Health Assessments
1
Cysts
1
Restorative Dentistry
1
Urological Cancers
1
Minor Skin Surgery
1
Skin Cancer
1
Restricted Mouth Opening and Locking
1
Consultation
1
Tongue Cancer
1
Dental Surgery
1
Functional Botox Treatment for Temporomandibular Joint Problems
1
Extracapsular Dissection of Benign Parotid Tumours (Minimally Invasive)
1
Salivary Gland Stone Removal
1
Management of Jaw Cyst
1
Supernumerary Tooth Removal
1
Dentoalveolar Surgery
Submandibular Gland Tumour Surgery
Broken Teeth/Retained Root Removal
Excision of Lymph Nodes
Lingual and ID Nerve Repairs
Lipoma Removal
Lymph Node Biopsy
Mole Removal
Mouth Sore Treatment
Parotid Gland Stone Removal
Salivary Gland Cancer
Submandibular Gland Stone Removal
Tongue Tie

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 7014396

General Dental Council

No. 79337


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 2008


Qualifications

  • BDS University of Liverpool 2001
  • MFDS Royal College of Surgeons 2003
  • MBBS University of London 2008
  • FRCS OMFS Royal College of Surgeons  2016

Memberships:

  • British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
  • British Association of Head and Neck Oncologists

Publications

Read publications and papers written by this specialist.

01 / 03 / 2019

Management of the Contralateral Neck in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma in the UK and a Review of Literature

Published in British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

01 / 12 / 2017

Isolated posterior wall of frontal sinus fracture – A case report and review of literature

Published in British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 55(10):e134

01 / 12 / 2017

Extra-pulmonary Small Cell Cancer of the Sublingual Gland

Published in British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 55(10):e101


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Gujarati

Consultation fees

  • New appointment: £295
  • Follow-up appointment: £250

Insurers

  • Benenden Health
  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • Healix Health Services
  • Aetna
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Cigna
  • Bupa
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • AXA Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • General and Medical
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • WPA

Location

All locations for Mr Mustansir Alibhai

HCA UK at The Shard

4.81

(4663)

St Thomas Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS

4.74

(3191)

35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ

4.89

(2066)

20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6BW

4.94

(174)

OS Clinic, 45 Queen Anne St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 9JF

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Mustansir Alibhai is a professional, caring, and reassuring specialist. He provides clear explanations, leading to successful surgical outcomes for many complex maxillofacial issues. Patients praise his excellent bedside manner, detailed post-operative care, and the confidence he inspires. His practice concentrates on conditions such as head, neck, mouth, and tongue cancer, and also the excision of oral lesions.

5.0
verified patient
19 Mar 2026

I visited Dr. Alibhai in February 2026 for a salivary gland issue. After my first appointment, I felt completely reassured and confident in the proposed course of treatment, which included surgery. Dr. Alibhai is a highly skilled medical professional who genuinely cares about his patients. His calm, attentive approach made my concerns much easier to navigate.

5.0
verified patient
13 Mar 2026

Mr Alibhai was extremely attentive and kind. He explained the procedure and any likely after effects and gave comprehensive information and information about after care. Results were given to me very promptly

5.0
verified patient
10 Mar 2026

I have been a patient (pre op and post op) for 2.5 years and I have felt right from first meeting him how lucky I was to have him as my consultant and surgeon. Dr Alibhai has always put me at ease, thoroughly explained all procedures and his patient care is second to none.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
26 Feb 2026

Mr Mustansir was brilliant. Explained everything so clearly and was very reassuring.

5.0
verified patient
20 Feb 2026

It was a pleasure to be treated by Mr. Alibhai. he extracted an impacted wisdom tooth. From diagnosis to treatment, the whole process was really fast and efficient. Post operation I hardly experience any pain. Many thanks agin for your care and efficiency.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
19 Feb 2026

Professional, empathetic, and caring - a great doctor. Highly recommend

5.0
verified patient
18 Feb 2026

Dr. Alibhai made the entire process feel smooth and reassuring. He was patient, attentive and took the time to address all of my questions. His excellent bedside manner helped me feel completely at ease throughout my procedures, all of which were successful.

5.0
verified patient
30 Jan 2026

I recently underwent surgery for a plunging ranula performed by Mr. Alibhai, and I cannot express enough how grateful I am for the exceptional care I received. My confidence in Mr. Alibhai was solidified after witnessing the outstanding treatment he provided to my father during his battle with oral cancer. Knowing Mr. Alibhai’s expertise firsthand made it clear that he was the most suitable surgeon for my own procedure. During my initial consultation, Mr. Alibhai took the time to explain my condition thoroughly, answering all my questions with patience and clarity. I felt reassured knowing I was in the hands of a highly skilled surgeon who genuinely cared about my well-being. On the day of the surgery, the entire team was incredibly supportive. Mr. Alibhai reassured me once again, calming my nerves before the procedure as this was going to be my first experience with general anaesthetics. Upon waking up from the anesthesia, I was met with warm, attentive nursing staff who monitored my recovery closely. Mr. Alibhai visited me afterward, discussing the surgery outcomes and outlining my recovery plan. His attention to detail, in person visit each day and genuine concern for my well-being continued through out my stay in hospital, upon discharge and until my follow-up appointment. Thanks to Mr. Alibhai, I am now free from the discomfort of the plunging ranula. I am grateful for the care and kindness shown to me throughout this period. I highly recommend Mr. Alibhai to anyone in need of surgical care, particularly those facing complex conditions. His dedication to patien...

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5.0
verified patient
16 Jan 2026

My whole experience with all my visits and treatment has been excellent. Dr. Alibhai is an amazing doctor and his professional manner is exemplary, he is extremely personable and put me at ease from the moment I met him. Follow up visits again are always faultless.

5.0
verified patient
15 Jan 2026

Quickly put me at ease, clear and concise explanations and excellent care.

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Endorsements

Mustansir is an excellent and dependable Maxillofacial surgeon. I’ve referred patients to him and have always had positive feedback about his care and communication. He’s approachable, collaborative, and easy to work with, which makes coordinating patient care straightforward. I’m always confident my patients are in good hands when I refer them to him.

04 May 2025
Endorsed for
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Problems
Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
Oral Surgery

Mr Hassan Elhassan

Mr Hassan Elhassan

ENT Surgeon
I have referred patients to them

Excellent surgeon and colleague

10 Dec 2024
Endorsed for
Microvascular Free Flap Surgery
Lesion Biopsy

Mr Deepak Komath

Mr Deepak Komath

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
We trained together

I have worked with Mr Alibhai both in my NHS and private practice. He is hugely experienced and provides his patients with world class care. I would highly recommend him as a surgeon.

12 Jun 2024
Endorsed for
Head & Neck Tumours
Neck Lumps

Mr Raf Niziol

Mr Raf Niziol

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Is a colleague

Mr Alibhai possesses an extensive background in maxillofacial surgery, having successfully treated a diverse range of cases, but is a leading expert in Temporomandibular joint disorders. His commitment to staying abreast of the latest advancements in the field ensures that patients benefit from cutting-edge techniques and technologies. Additionally, MrAlibhi is known for his compassionate approach to patient care, taking the time to thoroughly explain procedures, address concerns, and provide support throughout the treatment process. The testimonials from previous patients speak volumes about ...

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24 Sep 2023
Endorsed for
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Head and Neck Cancer Surgery
Wisdom Teeth Removal

Mr Javier Moraleda

Mr Javier Moraleda

ENT Surgeon
Is a colleague
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What are Mr Mustansir Alibhai's reviews like?

Mr Mustansir Alibhai's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 202 reviews.

What languages does Mr Mustansir Alibhai speak?

Mr Mustansir Alibhai speaks English and Gujarati

Where is Mr Mustansir Alibhai located?

Mr Mustansir Alibhai primarily practices at HCA UK at The Shard, located at St Thomas Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS
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