Corrective Jaw Surgery
Also called: Orthognathic surgery
Corrective jaw surgery is performed by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon when a bad bite needs to be corrected, such as an open bite, protruding jaw or receding jaw. The procedure(s) can improve chewing, speaking and breathing and may help with chronic temporomandibular joint (TMD or TMJ) pain. Corrective jaw surgery is usually combined with orthodontic treatment that prepares the teeth for surgical repositioning.
A consultation and examination with your oral and maxillofacial surgeon is needed to decide which treatment plan is best for you.
Available Practices
The below practices offer this specialty care. Select a practice that best meets your budget and availability for appointments.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Resident Practice
We offer surgical services for those who need removal of teeth, replacement of teeth with dental implants, correction of their bites and facial cosmetic surgery. Top services: dental implants, TMJ (jaw joint) treatment, wisdom teeth removal, extractions, bone grafts and cleft lip and palate treatment.
Average Cost: Fees average 60% of the cost of private practice
Appointment Time: Slightly longer than private practice
Education: Graduate dentists completing advanced training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery