Surgical Orthodontics

When Do You Need Surgery?

Surgical orthodontics, also known as jaw surgery or orthognathic surgery, is typically needed if your oral health, function, and appearance are affected by problems that cannot be corrected through more conservative treatments. It may be needed to correct abnormalities in the teeth, jaws or facial bones and can help:

• Restore jaw function to improve eating, speaking, chewing, or other routine activities 
• Relieve sleep apnea by realigning the jaws and teeth to open up the airway
• Create space for incoming teeth
• Improve facial profile 
• Improve oral appearance
• Facilitate later orthodontic treatment
• Improve open bite
• Reduce grinding or excessive wearing of teeth

Committed to Improving Your Smile

At Wilson Orthodontics, we use the latest technology, techniques, and materials to ensure that you achieve the best possible results. We are committed to improving your smile. Before your treatment, we will review the procedure with you and show you the details of the treatment so you can feel comfortable with the care you receive at our office. You can rest assured that our team will provide you with a comfortable, positive experience. Following your surgery, you may need another treatment to help you reach optimal results. 

Dr. Wilson can tell you if surgical orthodontics is a treatment option for you at your initial consultation. He can answer any questions you may have, so you can make the right decisions for the long-term health of your smile.

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