Jaw Surgery in Abilene | Abilene Surgical Associates

corrective jaw surgery

Orthognathic surgery is needed when the top and bottom jaws don’t meet correctly and/or teeth don’t adequately fit within the jaw. Teeth are straightened with orthodontics, and corrective jaw surgery repositions a misaligned jaw. This not only improves facial appearance, but also ensures that teeth meet correctly and function properly.

who needs orthognatic surgery?

Difficulty in the following areas should be evaluated:

Any of these symptoms can exist at birth, be acquired after birth as a result of hereditary or environmental influences, or as a result of trauma to the face. Before any treatment begins, a consultation will be held to perform a complete examination with x-rays. During the pre-treatment consultation process, feel free to ask any questions that you have regarding your treatment. When you are fully informed about the aspects of your care, you and your dental team can make the decision to proceed with treatment together.

Chewing, biting, or swallowing
Speech problems
Chronic jaw or TMJ pain
Open Bite
Protruding jaw
Breathing problems

technology & orthognathic surgery

The team at Abilene Surgical Associates uses modern computer-aided techniques and three-dimensional models to show you exactly how your surgery will be approached. Using comprehensive facial x-rays and computer video imaging, we can show you how your bite will be improved and even give you an idea of how you’ll look after surgery. This helps you understand the surgical process and the extent of the proposed treatment.

what to expect

Corrective jaw surgery is a significant intervention requiring many months of preparation.
The surgery is performed in the hospital and can last between one to four hours.
Hospital stays of one to three days are normal.
Braces are maintained during surgery and may need to be removed six to twelve months after surgery.
The greatest impact of orthognathic surgery is the recovery phase.
Patients typically may be off work/school from two weeks to one month after surgery.
Return to normal chewing function may take 2 months and full
function may take one year.
Our goal is to ensure you are well taken care of during and after surgery.
Weekly appointments are required for up to two months after surgery.

corrective jaw surgery

who needs orthognatic surgery?

technology & orthognathic surgery

what to expect

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