What is involved with jaw alignment surgery?

Jaw surgery: It depends on a lot of things. But either your upper or lower jaw get repositioned during the surgery. Small titanium plates and screws are use to connect them to the other bones. The procedure should sake from 2-4 hours. Procedure is done inside the mouth, therefore no visible scars.

Series of steps: In a nutshell... 1. Diagnosis of needed movements/benefit 2. Consultation with an orthodontist and oral surgeon to determine how to correct the issue 3. Place braces to set up the teeth properly so they fit after the surgery 4. Surgery (with braces on) 5. Recovery period 6. Detail the orthodontic result so the bite is fully corrected and you have a great smile! 7. Orthodontic retention.