Most people tend to understand that jaw surgery doubled with orthodontics is something links to cosmetic operation but in fact this is part of treatment procedure for those under a condition called “Occlusion”; it causes a patient chewing hassle or having the lips opened regarding joint disorders according to that, saliva then will automatically pass during sleep. Consequently, facial shape will also be shown unsymmetrically affecting a personality profession of a person. According to that, this approach (Orthognathic Surgery ), threrefore, is considered as the most effective process for cost metical treatment.
Solve curiosity: Why Orthognathic Surgery ?
Reason why the Orthognathic Surgery integrates jaw surgery with orthodontic that is due to willing of correcting some disorders regarding jaw occlusion (both upper and lower) for example the lower jaw protruding intensively and covers the upper teeth or the gum has a larger space than the teeth which obviously seen while smiling. These could affect a person ability to chew food. Therefore, before having the Orthognathic procedure a dentist who takes care of a patient may need to communicate and plan for this with oral surgeon for the most effective treatment resulting.
What age of patient that is suitable for the surgery?
Normally, female patients who are able to undergo surgery must be around 16 while male ones should be around 18. However the procedure does it only available for young patients elderly that face hassles regarding conditions mentioned above is allowed as well.
In the case that the dentist has already assessed and criticizes that patient’age is not suitable for surgery the person will receive only the orthodontic and wait for a right time of having procedure regarding body condition.
Steps of surgical procedures
The starting begins with assessment for surgical planning and bracing using medical equipment ; the planning goes from 12-18 months.
After that when the orthodontic step is done patient will receive surgery under anesthesia then surgeon will cut and move jaw bone to planned location and holds it with metal and tiny screw ; the metal can weld everything to the bone; moreover some people a doctor may recommend chin surgery for a better alignment.
How long for recuperation after surgery?
The duration of the surgery will take about 3 – 6 hours. After the surgery, patient will spend more than 2-4 days in hospital. During the first month, an appointment with the surgical team will be made to ensure that the surgery proceeds well.
In every month, the patient will meet with an orthodontist in order to make sure about hygiene of oral health it as an follow-up and ending treatment process will come within about 6 – 12 months. Appointment will be provided every year to check if there is any irregularity or changes affect the patients.
Risk that may occur during surgery
The risk during surgery is similar to risk of general procedure such as blood loss, infection or numbness that certain patients may have around the lips and jaw; the symptoms will cure automatically or some may take around 6-12 months depending on individual condition.
Self-care after surgery
After surgery, the patient can return to normal life or regular lifestyle just during the first 3 months eating soft food is recommended to prevent concussion in the area of where procedure given. Including avoidance of smoking, playing sports or exercise and follow an appoint as a doctor determines.
Watus Sakdejayont
Dentist and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Specialist
Dental Center Phyathai 2 Hospital
2nd floor, Building A, Tel. +662-617-2444, ext. 4221 – 3
