Orthognathic (Jaw) Surgery

What Is Orthognathic Surgery?

Orthognathic surgery is corrective jaw surgery performed to fix severe skeletal and dental irregularities involving the upper jaw (maxilla), lower jaw (mandible), or both. It improves bite function, facial appearance, and overall oral health.

This surgery is often combined with orthodontic treatment (braces) for best results.

Orthognathic surgery, also known as corrective jaw surgery, is a specialized procedure used to correct irregularities of the jaw bones and realign the jaws and teeth to improve function, appearance, and overall oral health. This surgery is often recommended for patients with severe bite problems, jaw misalignment, sleep apnea, or facial asymmetry that cannot be adequately treated with braces or orthodontics alone. By repositioning the upper jaw (maxilla), lower jaw (mandible), or both, orthognathic surgery helps restore proper chewing, speaking, and breathing functions, while enhancing facial balance.