Can there be a way to fix my recessive jaw through orthodontics?

Yes: Are you referring to a lower or upper jaw? Generally people refer to a recessive lower jaw, and orthodontics is a partner in a jaw surgical treatment plan. At 40 your jaws are done growing, and you have what you will have. A sliding genioplasty (a chin advancement procedure) can correct this if your occlusion is not too far off. Upper jaw surgery as well. Best of luck!

Yes: Assuming a recessive lower jaw, most common in caucasian population, a combination of orthodontics and jaw surgery (sagittal split osteotomy). The orthodontist aligns your teeth to fit when the surgery is done, so they don't fit well until the surgery date. The surgeon then uses the orthodontic set up as a template for fitting the jaws into a more ideal alignment. You then have a chin!

Severity?: If problem is slight, braces combined w chin button advancement may suffice. If moderate to severe, braces combined w jaw surgery is the only route to go for the non-growing adult. See a qualified orthodontic specialist for advice.

Possible: Depending on the severity of your problem (mis-match of your upper and lower jaws) you may be a good candidate for orthognathic surgery. You will need to have a team of dentists: general/restorative dentist, oral surgeon and orthodontist who will together formulate your treatment plan.

surgery is involved: At your age, the only way to correct or minimize a recessive jaw is through surgery. A single procedure to advance your chin can improve aesthetics, while an orthognathic surgical advancement of the lower jaw in conjunction with braces can offer greater resolution. Sometimes, a patient will greatly benefit from undergoing both procedures. Your professional team is in the best position to advise.

See an ortho: Make sure you see an orthodontist who is board certified by the american board of orthodontics. They will be able to tell you the best approach.

Surgical Orthodontic: Orthodontic treatment alone cannot correct a "retruded" lower jaw. Orthodontic treatment involves moving teeth within the lower jaw. However, a combination of orthodontic treatment and surgery, called orthognathic surgery, can be performed to address your concern. An orthodontist collaborates with an oral surgeon to align your teeth so that the surgeon can move your jaw to improve your appearance.

Depends on degree: Depends on the degree of problem. Best solution is to see a board certified orthodontist for surgical and nonsurgical options.

OrthorgnathicSurgery: Although, this surgery is to improve your bite and function, some patients also experience enhancements to their appearance and speech and airway improvement.

Orthognathic surgery: At 42 years of age the only way may likely be with the use of jaw surgery. Once done growing not much that can be done

Recessive Jaw: can be a result due to severe overbite that traps the mandible. Some orthopedic appliance can help align the upper and lower jaw in relation to proper temporomandibular relationship, therefore, can balance the face and help open the airway as well. Without completing this phase, braces alone won't be effective.

Recessive Jaw: A recessive jaw, depending on how much correction you are seeking, may require a combination of orthodontic treatment AND orthognathic surgery to advance the lower jaw (move it forward). It is urgent to seek the opinion of an orthodontic specialist who can then refer you to an oral and maxillofacial surgeon for their opinion as well.