Irvine Surgical orthodontics
Sometimes braces alone can’t help you achieve the smile you’re looking for. If you need to change the position of your jaws, and your jaw bones have stopped growing, then orthognathic surgery may be the best option for an aesthetic and functional smile.
What is orthognathic surgery?
Do I need orthognathic surgery?
If you are an adult whose jaw position is causing issues with confidence, chewing, speaking, or sleeping then jaw surgery may be a good option for you. Jaw surgery is also great for correcting severe overbites, underbites, and open bites.
When you visit us for your free consultation, Dr. Junyi can determine if you are a candidate for orthognathic surgery, or if your smile can be corrected with braces or aligners alone.
Do I have to use braces with jaw surgery?
At KIND SMILES, we may be able to treat you with braces or clear aligners, but you WILL need orthodontic treatment before you undergo surgery. When the shape of your jaws change, the relation of your teeth will change too, and we need to make sure your smile will work for you.
Can I have jaw surgery with Invisalign®?
For patients who need orthognathic (jaw) surgery, orthodontic treatment traditionally means braces before and after the procedure. Dr. Junyi can coordinate surgical cases with Invisalign® clear aligners instead, so in many cases adults can complete surgical orthodontic treatment without ever wearing braces. Your aligners position your teeth before surgery and refine your bite afterward, working alongside your oral surgeon’s plan. Whether aligners are right for your case depends on your bite and the jaw movement needed, and Dr. Junyi will review both at your free consultation.
How long is the recovery from orthognathic surgery?
It’s never too late to achieve your dream smile
Even if your jaws have stopped growing, surgical orthodontics can help! Book a free consultation with KIND SMILES in Irvine to see how we can transform your smile.