Prof. Dr. med. dent. Klaus Dietrich Wolff

Univ. -Prof. Dr. med. Dr. med. dent. Klaus-Dietrich Wolff specializes in surgical problems of the face, jaws, and head and neck region, particularly those requiring extensive reconstruction after tumor removal or major tissue damage. As director of the clinic and polyclinic for oral and maxillofacial surgery at TUM Clinic Rechts der Isar in Munich, he combines oncological surgery with advanced reconstructive techniques. His work is especially relevant to patients whose treatment involves not only removing diseased tissue but also restoring the structures responsible for speaking, chewing, swallowing, and facial appearance. A distinctive part of his surgical approach is microvascular reconstruction, in which he transfers the patient's own tissue to replace complex defects and connects it to small blood vessels under magnification. This allows reconstruction of areas that may have been extensively affected by cancer, trauma, or congenital abnormalities. His clinical interests also include complex jaw reconstruction, craniofacial surgery, vascular malformations, and managing challenging head and neck conditions. The objective is to achieve effective treatment while preserving or recovering as much natural function as possible. His work also reflects a strong connection between surgical innovation and practical patient care. He has contributed to the development of reconstructive methods that make better use of available tissue, improve the reliability of transferred flaps and expand the possibilities for treating extensive defects.