Pre-Surgical Orthodontics (Preparation)
Using wires or clear aligners, teeth are aligned into the correct positions on their respective jawbones (an average of 1–1.5 years).
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Orthognathic (Jaw)
Surgery Treatment
For advanced skeletal jaw mismatches where wires alone are not enough, orthognathic surgery is the multidisciplinary treatment method carried out jointly by orthodontics and jaw surgery. It offers excellent results both aesthetically and functionally.
WHAT IS IT?
What is Orthognathic (Jaw) Surgery Treatment?
Orthognathic surgery is a combined treatment applied in individuals who have completed growth and development, where the upper and lower jaws are positioned incorrectly relative to each other and to the face as a whole. The process consists of an orthodontic phase, which brings the teeth to the ideal angle on the jawbone, and a surgical phase, in which the jawbones are surgically repositioned correctly.
REPRESENTATIVE 3D SIMULATION
Assessing the jaw
relationship as a whole.
In orthognathic planning, the teeth, the lower and upper jaw, and the facial profile are assessed together. This image is a representative study illustrating the planning approach; it does not show a personal treatment plan or result.
CONDITIONS IT COVERS
What conditions does it cover?
- Lower Jaw Protrusion / Recession: The lower jaw being noticeably forward or receded relative to the upper jaw.
- Open Bite: The front teeth failing to make any contact at all when the mouth is closed.
- Facial Asymmetry: The chin tip or jaw body being noticeably shifted to the left or right.
- Gummy Smile: Excessive gum showing when smiling, due to the length of the upper jawbone.
SITUATIONS IT MAY BE CONSIDERED FOR
In which situations is it considered?
- In adults who have completed bone growth (18 years and older)
- In those experiencing severe difficulty chewing, biting or speaking
- In those with sleep apnea complaints related to jaw structure
- In patients who feel a skeletal disproportion in their facial aesthetics
PROCESS
How does the assessment proceed?
Surgical Planning
A surgical simulation is performed using 3D tomography and digital software, and surgical splints are prepared.
The Surgical Operation
Under general anesthesia, through incisions made inside the mouth, the jawbones are brought into the correct position and fixed with titanium plates and screws.
Post-Surgical Orthodontics
After the operation, a short fine-tuning wire treatment of about 3–6 months is applied to settle the bite precisely.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
No, since all incisions in the operation are made inside the mouth, no visible mark is left on the outside of the face.
Patients are usually kept in hospital for 1–2 days. A liquid/soft diet is followed for the first 2 weeks. A return to social life is possible within 3–4 weeks.
Yes, pre-surgical orthodontic preparation is required so that when the jaws are moved into their new position during surgery, the teeth can fit together precisely.
The right approach for you
is determined after an exam.
This content is for general informational purposes; it does not replace a personal diagnosis or treatment recommendation.