Orthognathic surgery, also known as corrective jaw surgery, is a procedure designed to address various conditions related to the jaw and lower face.

Purpose and Conditions Treated:

• Malocclusion: Problems with how the teeth fit together that can’t be easily resolved with braces.
• Facial Imbalances: Correcting asymmetries, disharmonies, and malproportions to enhance facial aesthetics and self-esteem.
• Airway Issues: Addressing sleep apnoea and other breathing-related problems.
• TMJ Disorders: Relieving pain caused by temporomandibular joint (TMJ) issues.
• Facial Birth Defects or Injuries: Repairing facial trauma or congenital anomalies.
• Obstructive Sleep Apnoea: Improving breathing during sleep.

Orthognathic surgery is often performed in collaboration with an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and the orthodontist.