Do you really need braces before corrective jaw surgery? and if so how much will the surgery cost?

Braces: Yes you do. The teeth have to be aligned properly before your surgeon can position your jaws into a correct place. The cost varies with each city and state ranging from $6-$13k.

Almost always: Your teeth have adapted to your incorrect jaw relationship. Traditional approach is 1 straighten upper teeth to upper jaw, lower teeth to lower jaw, 2 surgically reposition jaws to match each other, 3 continue w Ortho Rx until occlusion is optimal. See an Orthodontic Specialist who can discuss Rx with you and refer you to an Oral Surgeon who can discuss Rx and costs with you.