A misaligned jaw can affect far more than your bite. It can shape the way you eat, speak, and see yourself in the mirror. Corrective jaw surgery realigns your upper and lower jaw, restoring balance to your bite, your facial symmetry, and your everyday comfort.
How We Can Help
Our surgeons bring years of specialized training in orthognathic surgery to every case, no matter how complex. Advanced imaging and virtual surgical planning let us map your treatment with precision before you ever enter the operating room. We combine that technology with a personal, collaborative approach, working closely with your orthodontist and dentist so every part of your care moves in the same direction. From your first visit, our goal stays the same: a healthier, more balanced bite and a plan you feel confident about.
Signs You May Need Corrective Jaw Surgery
Jaw concerns often build gradually, so it helps to know what to watch for. You may be a candidate for this procedure if you notice:
Difficulty chewing or biting comfortably
Ongoing jaw pain or TMJ discomfort
Speech changes, an open bite, or a protruding jaw
Facial imbalance, sleep apnea, or breathing difficulties
Recognizing these signs early gives you more time to explore your options and plan a path forward on your own terms..
What is Corrective Jaw Surgery?
Corrective jaw surgery, also called orthognathic surgery, repositions the upper jaw, lower jaw, or both to correct alignment. Surgeons use this procedure to treat malocclusion, TMJ disorders, and obstructive sleep apnea when orthodontics alone can't solve the problem.
Misalignment can develop from genetics, an injury, or simply how your jaws grew over time, and it often affects more than appearance. Because your jaw affects so much of daily life, from chewing to breathing, correcting its position often improves both your health and confidence.
Consultation and Procedure
Your first visit includes a thorough exam, along with X-rays, 3D scans, and dental impressions to map your unique anatomy. Many patients complete a period of orthodontic preparation beforehand, aligning their teeth so everything fits together after surgery. This preparation phase can take several months, and it plays a key role in your final results.
Once your treatment plan is finalized, the procedure itself typically takes a few hours, and your surgical team uses custom guides to support precision throughout. You'll receive detailed aftercare instructions to guide you through the first days of healing, along with a clear schedule of follow-up visits to track your progress.
Schedule a Consultation
Living with jaw pain or a bite that never feels right can wear on you over time. An early evaluation gives you a clear picture of your options, without any pressure to decide right away. Our team has guided countless patients through this life-changing process, watching them go from frustration to genuine confidence in their smile and their day-to-day comfort. We're ready to walk through your case with that same care and attention, answering every question along the way. Trust in a surgical team that treats your goals as our own.
Common Questions About Jaw Surgery
Your surgical team manages your comfort with anesthesia during the procedure and medication afterward. Most patients describe manageable soreness and swelling in the days that follow, and clear aftercare instructions help make the healing process as smooth as possible.
Initial swelling typically improves within one to two weeks, and many patients return to work or school during that window. Full healing of the jawbone takes longer, often around six weeks, with your surgical and orthodontic teams monitoring your progress along the way.
Most patients continue orthodontic treatment for several months after surgery to fine-tune their bite. Your orthodontist and surgeon will coordinate closely so your braces come off once your teeth and jaw are working together the way they should.
