SURGICAL ORTHODONTICS In San Antonio, TX
“I had a complicated malocclusion that required corrective surgery and orthodontic treatment in conjunction to correct. Dr. Oliver and his staff were excellent in creating a treatment plan and following through on it. His staff is extremely kind, knowledgeable, and helpful. This place is awesome and I highly recommend.”
At Oliver Family Orthodontics, we specialize in surgical orthodontics, also referred to as orthognathic surgery. It treats more serious jaw issues that can’t be fixed with braces alone. This treatment combines the expertise of both orthodontists and oral surgeons to enhance the function of your jaw and the appearance of your face.
What Is Surgical Orthodontics?
Surgical orthodontics corrects jaw problems that affect your ability to chew, speak, or breathe comfortably. It’s usually recommended for adults whose jaws have finished growing and who have noticeable issues with how their jaws line up.
Surgical orthodontics is used in conjunction with traditional braces to treat improper bites or aesthetic facial concerns. The braces shift a patient’s teeth while oral surgery places the jaw in proper alignment.
Good news for you! We have an expert eager to curate your healthiest, happiest smile. After determining how best to reposition or augment the structure of your jaw or facial bones to boost function, performance, and aesthetics, our team will get to work.
What Problems Can It Fix?
Surgical orthodontics can help with:
- Severe Malocclusions: When the upper and lower teeth don’t meet properly, making it hard to eat or speak.
- Jaw growth issues: Such as overbites, underbites, or open bites that affect your face and bite.
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Structural jaw issues block your airway during sleep.
- Facial asymmetry: When one side of the face looks different due to jaw misalignment.
What is the Treatment Process?
Here’s a step-by-step look at what to expect:
- Detailed Evaluation: We’ll do X-rays, imaging, and bite checks to understand the issue fully.
- Pre-Surgical Orthodontics: You may have to wear braces for a while to get your teeth in the right position before surgery.
- Surgery: An oral and maxillofacial surgeon will carefully reposition your jawbones to improve alignment and function.
- Post-Surgical Orthodontics: After healing, we’ll continue fine-tuning your bite to make sure everything stays in place.
Call 210-969-9909 to schedule your consultation at our San Antonio, TX office today.
If you’re ready to put your best face forward, the team at Oliver Family Orthodontics would love to help you create the very best path to get there. Call us today to get started.
Call 210-969-9909 to schedule an orthodontic evaluation for you or your child at our San Antonio, TX office.