Jaw Surgery (Orthognathic) in Karnataka

Can jaw surgery improve sleep apnea?

In select patients whose sleep apnea is caused by a recessed or narrow jaw, orthognathic surgery can significantly improve airway space and reduce symptoms; a sleep specialist and maxillofacial surgeon can evaluate whether this applies to you.

How successful is orthognathic surgery?

Success rates are high, around 92%, for achieving both improved bite function and facial balance, particularly when carefully planned with pre-surgical orthodontics.

What is recovery like after jaw surgery?

Expect swelling and a soft-food diet for several weeks, with most people returning to work or school within two to three weeks, while complete bone healing takes six to twelve weeks.

Will my jaw need to be wired shut after surgery?

Modern techniques using plates and screws have largely replaced the need for prolonged jaw wiring, though some light elastic bands may be used temporarily to guide the bite into place during early healing.

Do I need braces before and after jaw surgery?

Yes, pre-surgical orthodontics aligns the teeth within each jaw so they fit together properly once the jaws are repositioned, and post-surgical orthodontics fine-tunes the bite afterward — this combined process is coordinated between your orthodontist and surgeon.