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Corrective jaw surgery, commonly known as orthognathic surgery, is a transformative solution to treat a spectrum of jaw and facial bone abnormalities. It is often recommended to rectify structural irregularities that impede biting functionality, alter facial aesthetics, or compromise overall jaw performance. Orthognathic surgery addresses an array of concerns, ranging from malocclusions and facial asymmetry to sleep apnea and difficulties in mastication or articulation.
At Madison Oral Surgery & Dental Implants, we are at the forefront of delivering life-altering transformations through orthognathic surgery. Our esteemed oral and maxillofacial surgeons leverage decades of expertise and a commitment to excellence to restore optimal oral function while addressing any aesthetic concerns. Take the first step towards revitalizing your smile by reaching out to our practice to explore our orthognathic surgery options and schedule a personalized consultation.
Benefits of Orthognathic Surgery
Orthognathic surgery alleviates impediments in speech, mastication, and other oral functions caused by jaw misalignments, promoting improved oral function and health.
By correcting facial asymmetry and imbalance, orthognathic surgery restores facial equilibrium, fostering heightened self-assurance and confidence.
Aligning the jaws through orthognathic surgery enhances bite and occlusion, facilitating enhanced chewing and biting efficiency while alleviating strain on the jaw.
When complemented by appropriate orthodontic interventions, orthognathic surgery yields enduring corrections to jaw abnormalities, ensuring long-term stability and functional improvement.
How Orthognathic Surgery Works
Before receiving orthognathic surgery, you’ll meet with one of our board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons for a comprehensive consultation. During this initial evaluation, they will conduct a thorough oral examination and devise a tailored treatment plan that addresses your unique concerns and objectives. Advanced 3D scans may be used to further diagnose your condition.
On the day of your surgery, you will receive anesthesia to induce a comfortable sleep state, ensuring a pain-free procedure. Subsequently, incisions are made within the oral cavity to access the jawbones, mitigating the risk of external scarring. Depending on the nature of your condition, small fixation devices such as plates or screws may be employed to secure the repositioned jawbones. Following the surgical adjustments, incisions are closed with sutures.
Following your procedure, a brief hospital stay may be necessary for monitoring and recovery. Expect some degree of discomfort and swelling in the ensuing weeks, necessitating adherence to dietary restrictions and meticulous adherence to postoperative instructions to facilitate a smooth recuperation journey.
Types of Anesthesia
To ensure your comfort, we offer several forms of anesthesia:
Orthognathic in Surgical Orthodontics
Surgical orthodontics, also known as orthognathic surgery, is a specialized treatment approach in orthodontics aimed at correcting severe skeletal discrepancies in the jaws and facial structure. This procedure is typically recommended when traditional orthodontic treatment alone cannot address significant issues such as improper bite alignment, facial asymmetry, or malocclusions resulting from skeletal abnormalities. Surgical orthodontics involves collaboration between an orthodontist and an oral and maxillofacial surgeon to achieve optimal results.
The process of surgical orthodontics begins with comprehensive orthodontic treatment to align the teeth as much as possible within the jaws. Once the teeth are properly positioned, the surgical phase begins. The oral and maxillofacial surgeon performs precise surgical procedures on the jawbones to reposition them into the correct alignment. This may involve repositioning the upper jaw (maxilla), lower jaw (mandible), or both, depending on the specific needs of the patient. After surgery, the patient undergoes a period of postoperative orthodontic treatment to fine-tune the bite and ensure optimal occlusion.
Surgical orthodontics offers numerous benefits for patients with severe skeletal discrepancies. Firstly, it can significantly improve facial aesthetics by harmonizing the proportions of the jaws and soft tissues, leading to a more balanced and attractive facial profile. Secondly, correcting skeletal discrepancies through surgery can alleviate functional issues such as difficulty chewing, speaking, or breathing, thus enhancing overall quality of life. Additionally, surgical orthodontics can help prevent or mitigate long-term dental and craniofacial problems that may arise from untreated skeletal abnormalities, such as temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders or excessive tooth wear. Overall, surgical orthodontics is a powerful treatment modality that can achieve remarkable improvements in both function and aesthetics for patients with complex orthodontic concerns.
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When you choose Madison Oral Surgery & Dental Implants, you’re not just choosing an excellent oral surgery practice. You’re choosing a premier oral surgery service that has provided unrivaled care to the Madison community for over 50 years. And with over 100 years of combined experience from our team of surgeons, you can be sure that choosing our practice will put a better smile on your face.