Corrective Jaw Surgery
Corrective jaw surgery moves the teeth and jaws into positions that are more balanced, functional, and healthy. Whether your needs include improving bite function, facial appearance, speech, or breathing, corrective jaw surgery can have a dramatic and positive impact on your quality of life.
Our team is here to work closely with you throughout the process to help you achieve a beautiful, functional, and pain free smile that will last a lifetime.
Who Needs Corrective Jaw Surgery?
In some cases, the upper and lower jaws grow at different rates, leading to misalignment. Jaw alignment can also be affected by injury or certain birth differences. While orthodontic treatment alone can correct issues related to tooth positioning, corrective jaw surgery may be necessary when the jaws themselves are misaligned.
You may be a good candidate for corrective jaw surgery if you experience any of the following:
- Difficulty chewing, biting food, or swallowing
- Chronic jaw or jaw joint (TMJ) pain and headaches
- Excessive or uneven wear of the teeth
- Open bite, where the upper and lower teeth do not touch when the mouth is closed
- Unbalanced facial appearance when viewed from the front or side
- Facial injury or congenital jaw differences
- Receding chin
- Protruding jaw
- Inability to bring the lips together comfortably without strain
- Chronic mouth breathing or dry mouth
- Sleep apnea or sleep related breathing issues, including snoring
A Commitment to Long Term Health
Choosing treatment for jaw alignment concerns is a commitment not only to your oral health, but also to your overall well being and confidence. Treatment may involve a combination of orthodontics and surgery and can take several years to complete. However, the results are designed to be stable and lasting.
There is no reason to live with painful or uncomfortable jaw conditions. Please contact our office to learn more about corrective jaw surgery and to discuss the best treatment options for your needs and your smile.