What are the benefits of corrective jaw surgery?
Chewing People with jaw and bite problems often avoid certain foods that they are unable to incise or chew completely. Correction of these problems may allow these individuals to enjoy a more healthy varied diet. Digestion- The digestive process begins in the mouth, where food is incised and crushed so that it can be properly digested once swallowed. A poor bite that doesnt efficiently process food in the mouth may lead to problems with digestion. Treatment that improves chewing function may improve digestion. Jaw and Jaw Joint Pain – People with certain jaw and bite problems, particularly a small lower jaw, may experience discomfort in their jaws or jaw joints. Often it is because they have developed a habit of protruding their jaw forward to form a better bite, or to hide the appearance of a weak chin. This may cause tension in the jaw muscles and joints, eventually leading to jaw discomfort or temporal headaches. Although it cannot be guaranteed, correction of these jaw and bite pro