Orthognathic Surgery
Shape Your Smile, Change Your Life
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
Functional Enhancement
Orthognathic surgery alleviates impediments in speech, mastication, and other oral functions caused by jaw misalignments, promoting improved oral function and health.
Facial Harmony
By correcting facial asymmetry and imbalance, orthognathic surgery restores facial equilibrium, fostering heightened self-assurance and confidence.
Optimized Bite and Occlusion
Aligning the jaws through orthognathic surgery enhances bite and occlusion, facilitating enhanced chewing and biting efficiency while alleviating strain on the jaw.
Sustainable Results
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.
Patient Testimonials
Hear from our patients about their experiences with Orthognathic Surgery and other procedures.
"Hi, I'm Kristen from Waunakee. I came to Madison Oral Surgery and Dental Implants for corrective jaw surgery. When I first walked into this practice, very, very quickly, the staff and doctors put me right at ease and answered my questions. My procedure went fabulously well. Recovery, everything followed a track just like I expected. I am sleeping better. I am breathing better. My overall experience with this practice has been wonderful. I highly recommend Madison Oral Surgery and Dental Implants."
"Hi, I'm Ava from Middleton. I came to Madison Oral Surgery and Dental Implants to have my wisdom teeth removed. When I first walked into this practice, I felt comfortable, everyone was really welcoming. The staff here are all super energetic. My doctor was super friendly and made me feel really comfortable, talked me through the process, and I felt really good. My procedure went super well, and I recovered really fast. I was eating normal the next day and my teeth felt fine. It feels really nice to be able to smile comfortably. My overall experience at this practice was super great. I highly recommend Madison Oral Surgery and Dental Implants."
"Hi, I'm Daniel from Madison, and I came to Madison Oral Surgery and Dental Implants to have an extraction and socket preservation. When I first walked into this practice, I just felt welcomed. The atmosphere was just so inviting. The staff was incredibly kind, caring. My doctors were always there helping me through every step of the process. They're some of the most caring, down-to-earth people that I've ever met. My procedure went incredibly well, and my recovery for the process. I just felt so incredibly comfortable. My overall experience has been wonderful at this practice. I highly recommend Madison Oral Surgery and Dental Implants."
"Hi, I'm John from Fitchburg. When I first walked into the practice, I was pretty impressed with just the lobby. I was impressed with the service. The staff is amazing. They just really take care of you. It's like a VIP experience. My doctor was friendly and smart and a great communicator. The procedure worked out great. My teeth are back to normal. My mouth is back to normal. My overall experience with Madison Oral Surgery was tremendous. I would certainly recommend Madison Oral Surgery and Dental implants. They're just tremendous and they're just off the belt line so it's easy as can be."
"Hi, I'm Julie from Mt. Horeb. I came to Madison Oral Surgery and Dental Implants for a tooth extraction. When I walked into this practice, I felt welcomed. My doctor was great. He answered all my questions, made me feel at ease, and I had complete trust in him. I got a follow up phone call right away the next morning checking on me. Having a healthy smile is very important to me. My experience with this practice was great. To all my friends and family in DeForest, Janesville, and Watertown, I highly recommend Madison Oral Surgery and Dental Implants."
"Hi, I'm Kristen from Poynette. I came to Madison Oral Surgery and Dental Implants for a bone graft, an extraction, and an implant. When I first walked into this practice, I felt warmly greeted and I felt like I was in the right place. My doctor was very warm and answered all of my questions that I had and made me feel very secure and very comfortable with my procedure. My procedure went better than I could have expected and my recovery was really very easy. Right now, I feel great and I do feel like my quality of life has improved as my smile is back to normal. My overall experience has been positive. I had great follow-up with the doctor after my appointments and the staff has been wonderful. I highly recommend Madison Oral Surgery and Dental Implants."
"Hi, I'm Kysa from Mount Horeb. I came to Madison Oral Surgery and Dental Implants to get my wisdom teeth removed. When I walked into this practice, I felt very welcomed. The staff was very friendly. My doctor was very calming, answered any questions I had before the procedure, and made me feel very at ease. My procedure went super well and it was a very quick recovery. My overall experience with this practice was wonderful and I would definitely come back. To all my friends and family in Middleton, Fitchburg, and Sun Prairie, I highly recommend Madison Oral Surgery and Dental Implants."
"Hi, I'm Josh from Middleton, and I came to Madison Oral Surgery and Dental Implants for an extraction and a dental implant. How I felt when I first walked into here was very welcomed. It's a professional setup, very clean, organized. Staff's been great, always very welcoming. My doctor was fantastic, utilizing the technology to explain what the next steps were. My procedure and recovery went well. I can eat and drink normally. The experience here has been first class from top to bottom. You can tell that they are the best in town. I highly recommend Madison Oral Surgery and Dental Implants."
"Hi, I'm Michael from Madison and I came to Madison Oral Surgery and Dental Implants for implants. When I first walked into this practice, I felt very comfortable. It's large, it's spacious. The people at the front counter were super nice and they greeted me warmly. I'll tell you about my doctor. He's very bright. He's very empathetic and I love the way he explains everything to me. Procedures all went very well. I feel so much more confident about my mouth, about my smile. You want to have a winning smile. Overall experience has just been tremendous. I highly recommend Madison Oral Surgery and Dental Implants."
Unrivaled and Elite Oral Surgery in Madison
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.