Orthognathic Surgery and Orthodontics: What You Should Know

Orthognathic Surgery and Orthodontics: What You Should Know

Orthognathic surgery is one of our specialties at New Jersey Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates. This treatment is considered when your upper and lower jaws do not meet correctly or when your teeth do not fit properly within your jaws. This results in bite problems that make it difficult to eat and cause chronic pain; it can also create asymmetry …

How Orthognathic Surgery Can Treat Overbite

How Orthognathic Surgery Can Treat Overbite

Modern orthodontic treatment means that most overbites can be successfully treated with braces and orthodontic appliances. The increasing popularity of Phase I orthodontic treatment allows children to begin addressing jaw issues early, while the bones are still developing. Unfortunately, once a person reaches adulthood, options may be more limited and orthognathic surgery may be required to treat a severe overbite. …

What is Orthognathic Surgery?

What is Orthognathic Surgery?

When your upper and lower jaws do not meet as they should or your teeth do not fit properly within your jaws, you may need orthognathic surgery. In children, palatal expander devices, braces, and other orthodontic appliances can be used to influence the shape of the jaw as it develops. This is no longer possible after puberty, as the jaw …

Is Orthognathic Surgery Worth It?

Is Orthognathic Surgery Worth It?

If you’re considering orthognathic surgery to correct the way your jaw looks or functions, you may ask yourself, “Is it worth it?” Here at New Jersey Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, we can help you consider your options and decide what’s right for you. Jaw surgery is a big commitment, but it can result in changes you’ll enjoy for a lifetime. …

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How Long Does Orthognathic Surgery Take?

If you search Google for “how long orthognathic surgery takes”, you will probably be greeted with large, bold text that says “2–4 hours.” Sounds reasonable, right? Well, unfortunately, that two to four-hour estimate is only a small part of a much larger picture. Orthognathic surgery, also known as corrective jaw surgery, is an involved process and the duration of the …

What Are the Benefits of Orthognathic Surgery?

What Are the Benefits of Orthognathic Surgery?

Orthognathic surgery, also known as corrective jaw surgery, is designed to fix both major and minor irregularities of the dentition and facial skeleton, including misalignments in the jaws or teeth. While there are often aesthetic improvements, the primary benefits focus on functional issues, such as enhancing the ability to chew, speak, and even breathe normally. When Is Orthognathic Surgery Performed?While …

Dental Prostheses and Oral Surgeons

Dental Prostheses and Oral Surgeons

If you have been told you need dentures or another dental prosthesis, you probably have a lot of questions. One of the biggest questions might be, “How can I best prepare for a proper fit?” Here is what you should know. First, you should be aware that the construction of a partial or full dental prosthesis is the first step …