Improve Your Bite and Jaw Function. Jaw alignment surgery (orthognathic) can correct a misaligned bite, improving your ability to chew, speak, and breathe.

Jaw Surgery That Helps You Eat, Speak, and Smile Better

Jaw surgery, or orthognathic surgery, is a type of surgery that can corrective procedure that changes the position of your jawbones. Its goal is to properly align your upper and lower jaws, which can significantly improve your bite and make it easier to eat and speak.

While it's a significant procedure requiring a period of recovery, it boasts an impressive success rate of nearly 94%, making it a highly effective option for patients when other, less invasive treatments aren't enough.

In addition to functional benefits, jaw surgery can also enhance facial symmetry and overall appearance. By repositioning the jawbones, the procedure can create a more balanced profile, improve breathing in some cases, and boost self-confidence—especially for patients who’ve struggled with long-term discomfort or aesthetic concerns related to jaw misalignment.

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Working Process

The Jaw Surgery Process
What to Expect

Jaw surgery is a comprehensive, multi-year process that combines surgery with orthodontic treatment. The typical timeline includes three main stages:

01

Pre-Surgery Orthodontics

Braces or other orthodontic devices are used to prepare your teeth for the surgery.

02

Surgery

A surgeon repositions your upper and lower jaws

03

Post-Surgery Orthodontics

Continued orthodontic treatment helps your teeth settle into their new, final positions

 Conditions

What Conditions Does Jaw Surgery Treat?

Oral and maxillofacial surgeons at our dental clinic use jaw surgery to correct a wide range of issues affecting the jaw and face. The conditions treated include:

Malocclusion ("Bad Bites")

  • When your upper and lower teeth don't fit together properly

TMJ Disorders

  • Problems with the jaw joint that can cause pain or limited movement

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)

  • A condition where a misaligned jaw can block the airway during sleep

Facial and Jaw Injuries

  • Jaw reconstruction surgery may be needed after an accident to repair a broken jaw and restore your appearance, sometimes using jaw implants

Developmental Issues

  • Jaw surgery can correct an oversized or undersized jaw, or a condition where one or both jaws stick out (prognathism)

Medical Conditions

  • It can also be used to treat jaw cysts and tumors or to correct problems like cleft lip and palate

What can I expect during recovery?

Here are some tips that can help during jaw surgery recovery:

  •  - Don’t forget your splint. 
  •  - Elevate your head
  •  - Ice your jaw
  •  - Keep your orthodontic appointments
  •  - Stick with a soft diet
  •  - Take your meds as prescribed
  •  - Wear your retainer
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    FAQs

    Common Dental Questions

    Jaw Alignment Surgery (Orthognathic) has an impressive success rate of about 94%. At Saphire Dent dental clinic, our goal is to help you achieve a better quality of life through a properly aligned jaw, and the vast majority of our patients report significant improvements.

    The typical hospital stay after jaw surgery is between one and three days, though some patients may be able to go home the same day. During this time, our maxillofacial surgery team at our dental clinic in Jumeirah, will monitor your recovery to ensure you are healing properly and comfortably.

    The initial recovery for jaw surgery usually takes around six weeks, during which your jaw will begin to heal. However, full recovery can take up to a year as your jaw completely mends. While every person's recovery is unique, most patients at our Saphire Dent clinic can return to light activities, like short walks, after the first week or two. Our dentists in Jumeirah clinic will provide you with a personalized recovery plan and guide you on when it's safe to resume more strenuous activities. We are committed to providing exceptional dental care clinic services throughout your entire journey.

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