Orthognathic Surgery: Correcting Jaw Position for Bite & Facial Balance
A comprehensive guide to orthognathic surgery, which repositions the jaws to correct bite problems and improve facial balance.
Treatment begins with
Combined Orthodontic-Surgical Planning
Pre-Surgical Orthodontics
Surgery
Post-Surgical Orthodontics & Recovery
This surgery is considered for significant jaw size or position mismatches.
You may need this if...
These signs may indicate that this treatment is the recommended course of care:
- A jaw discrepancy too significant for orthodontics alone to correct
- Difficulty chewing, biting or closing the lips comfortably
- Facial asymmetry linked to jaw position
- Completed facial growth with a persistent jaw mismatch
A maxillofacial surgeon's evaluation confirms whether this treatment is the right option for you.
What is Orthognathic Surgery?
Orthognathic surgery repositions the upper and/or lower jaw to correct a mismatched bite and improve facial proportion, performed as part of a combined orthodontic-surgical treatment plan.
Surgery is carefully timed and planned together with pre- and post-surgical orthodontic treatment for the best result.
When This Treatment is Considered
This surgery is considered for significant jaw size or position mismatches.
- A jaw discrepancy too significant for orthodontics alone to correct
- Difficulty chewing, biting or closing the lips comfortably
- Facial asymmetry linked to jaw position
- Completed facial growth with a persistent jaw mismatch
The Care Pathway
1. Combined Orthodontic-Surgical Planning
Records, imaging and joint planning with your orthodontist establish the surgical plan.
2. Pre-Surgical Orthodontics
Braces align the teeth in preparation for surgery, often over several months.
3. Surgery
The jaw(s) are repositioned and stabilized under general anesthesia.
4. Post-Surgical Orthodontics & Recovery
Braces fine-tune the bite over the following months as you recover.
“Your care team supports you through every stage, from evaluation to recovery and follow-up.”
Expected Benefits and Possible Risks
Orthognathic surgery achieves a stable, functional bite and improved facial balance for the large majority of patients.
Every treatment has potential risks. Your surgeon will discuss your individual risks before treatment.
Recovery & Follow-up
Initial recovery takes two to three weeks, with full stabilization and orthodontic fine-tuning over several months.
Your surgical and orthodontic team will guide you through a structured recovery and follow-up orthodontic schedule.
Careful follow-up and guidance on diet and oral hygiene all play an important role in achieving the best possible outcome.
Questions to Ask Your Care Team
- 1.How long is the total treatment timeline, including orthodontics?
- 2.Will I need to be on a liquid or soft diet after surgery?
- 3.How much facial swelling should I expect?
- 4.Will my bite feel different immediately or gradually?
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