Who needs surgical orthodontics?

Orthognathic surgery is typically recommended for adults who have completed jaw growth and still experience bite or facial balance issues. Candidates often have significant jaw misalignment, facial asymmetry, or difficulty chewing or speaking that braces alone cannot correct.

How does surgical orthodontics work?

The process includes pre-surgical orthodontic treatment to align teeth, jaw surgery performed by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, and post-surgical orthodontic refinement to perfect the bite. Common procedures reposition the upper or lower jaw and adjust bone structure for balanced results.

Surgical Orthodontics for Jaw Alignment

Q: What is surgical orthodontics?

Surgical orthodontics, also called orthognathic surgery, corrects severe jaw misalignment, bite irregularities, and skeletal discrepancies that can’t be treated with braces or aligners alone. It improves bite function, speech, and breathing while enhancing facial balance and aesthetics.

When traditional orthodontic treatment alone isn’t enough to correct jaw or bite alignment, orthodontic treatment in combination with jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery) can help achieve a balanced, healthy, and functional smile.

Our doctors work closely with trusted oral and maxillofacial surgeons to provide patients with coordinated, comprehensive care, ensuring safe, precise results and balanced facial harmony.

What Is Surgical Orthodontics?

Surgical orthodontics is used to correct severe jaw misalignment, bite irregularities, and skeletal discrepancies and asymmetries that can’t be fixed with braces or aligners alone.

This treatment not only improves the way your teeth fit together but also enhances your ability to speak, chew, and breathe comfortably, and it can make a dramatic improvement in overall facial aesthetics.

Benefits of surgical orthodontics include:

Improved bite function and jaw alignment
Better facial balance and symmetry
Enhanced ability to chew, speak, and breathe
Improved long-term oral health
A more confident smile and appearance

Start Your Surgical Orthodontic Journey

If you’ve been told you may need jaw surgery or you’re seeking a long-term solution for complex bite issues, our doctors and the team can help.

We’ll evaluate your needs, explain every step clearly, and coordinate your care with a trusted oral surgeon for the best outcome.

Contact our office today to schedule your consultation and learn more about surgical orthodontics.