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When doctors break your jaw and re-align it, how do they break it? do they hit it with something?
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Oh my word, no. Orthognathic Surgery is a very carefully planned and executed procedure provided by an Oral and Maxillofacil Surgeon with 9-12 years 60 hours/week training after college. Precision cuts are made to allow proper repositioning. Usually coordinated with an Orthodontist to provide best alignment of teeth and bones.
Answered 12/10/2022
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