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What is “surgical” orthodontics?

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What is “surgical” orthodontics?

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Just as orthodontics repositions teeth, surgical orthodontics (also known as orthognathic surgery) corrects jaw irregularities to improve a patient’s ability to chew, speak, breathe, and for improved facial appearances also. In other words, surgical orthodontics straightens the jaw. Moving the jaws also moves the teeth, so braces are always performed in conjunction with jaw correction. This helps insure that teeth are in their proper positions after surgery.

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In cases of extreme facial disharmony, it is necessary to combine surgery with orthodontics to produce a satisfactory result. Usually the orthodontist will make the diagnostic recommendations and treatment plan in close association with an oral or plastic surgeon at the proper time.

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