What is corrective jaw surgery, also known as Orthognathic Surgery?
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Surgical movement of the upper and/or lower jaw and chin to improve an individual’s bite, function, and esthetics
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This surgical procedure is combined with orthodontic treatment in order to prepare the jaws and teeth for the best potential outcome
Reasons to consider corrective jaw surgery:
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Skeletal correction: sometimes, the upper and lower jaws are dramatically different in relation to one another (for example: size and position)
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Bite correction: sometimes, the upper and lower teeth do not fit together as we would expect
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To help when other dental treatments such as when orthodontic braces alone would not be enough to correct the bite/jaw conditionReasons to consider corrective jaw surgery:
At Rouge River Oral Surgery, we provide:
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Consultation and treatment planning based on your surgical needs and goals
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Regarding corrective jaw surgery, we work with other specialists (for example: Orthodontists and other Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons) so that you can achieve a result that best suits your situation
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Surgical privileges at Mackenzie Health Hospital
