Orthognathic Surgery

Orthognathic surgery refers to operations in which the lower jaw (mandible) and/or upper jaw (maxilla) is surgically moved forward or backward, up or down, or to the right or left in three dimensions. With this method, developmental jaw problems, post-traumatic deformities and problems associated with sleep apnea can be corrected. The aim of orthognathic surgery is to optimize facial aesthetics by achieving ideal jaw and dental occlusion. The surgical plan is prepared by performing cephalometric measurements on special radiographs. In addition to the surgery, placement of chin and mandibular implants may be required. A chin reduction or augmentation procedure called genioplasty may also be necessary. Before and after surgery, the patient often needs to undergo long-term dental and orthodontic treatment. Surgeries performed under general anesthesia last between 1.5 and 3 hours. Three days after surgery, the upper and lower jaws are fixed together with elastic bands. The patient needs to be fed liquid food for a certain period of time. Their results are extremely gratifying in terms of facial appearance.