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Jaw growth is a slow and gradual process and in some instances the upper and lower jaw or one side of the jaw to the other may grow at different rates. Ortho means straighten and gnathia means jaw and hence, orthognathic surgery means straightening of the jaw(s) by surgery. An Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon practices orthognathic surgery.

Do not confuse orthognathic surgery with orthodontic therapy (braces). While Orthodontic treatment (braces) can correct many problems if only the teeth are involved Orthognathic Surgery maybe required if the jaws (bone) also need repositioning. When planning an orthognathic surgical case, the general dentist, orthodontist and oral surgeon will work closely with one another to set the stage for optimum post surgical results in regards to both function and esthetics.

before orthognathic surgery

after orthognathic surgery

Under what circumstances would I need orthognathic surgery?

Can these conditions be effectively treated?

At what age is the treatment most effective?

What is involved in the treatment itself?

Before and After treatment