Surgical Orthodontics
in Kalaburagi
Also known as orthognathic surgery, surgical orthodontics is a specialized, collaborative procedure that repositions the upper jaw, lower jaw, or both to correct significant skeletal irregularities and severe dental misalignments.
What is Corrective Jaw Surgery?
Orthodontics alone (braces or aligners) can move teeth, but cannot change the underlying skeletal structure once adult bone growth has completed. When the upper and lower jaws grow at different rates, it can cause severe overbites, underbites, open bites, or facial asymmetry.
Surgical orthodontics is a collaborative, three-stage process involving an orthodontist and an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. The surgeon realigns the jaw bones, while the orthodontist perfectly aligns the teeth using braces before and after the surgery, ensuring a stable, functional, and highly aesthetic result.
How Surgical Orthodontics Work — Step by Step
Stage 1: Pre-Surgical Orthodontics
Wearing braces for 12-18 months. The goal is to perfectly align the teeth within each individual jaw bone, preparing them to fit together once the surgeon moves the jaws.
Stage 2: The Surgery (Orthognathic)
Performed by an oral surgeon in a hospital under general anesthesia. The surgeon repositions the jawbones using internal incisions (no visible scars) and stabilizes them with tiny titanium plates.
Stage 3: Initial Recovery
A 3-6 week period focusing on rest, managing swelling, and adhering to a strict liquid/soft-food diet while the jawbones fuse in their new positions.
Stage 4: Post-Surgical Orthodontics
About 6 weeks after surgery, braces are used for another 3-6 months to fine-tune the bite and finalize the perfect alignment.
Who Is This Treatment Suitable For?
Adults & Older Teens
Patients whose skeletal jaw growth is completely finished (usually age 16 for females, 18-21 for males).
Severe Malocclusions
Patients with severe underbites, overbites, or open bites that cannot be masked by tooth movement alone.
Functional Sufferers
Those experiencing chronic jaw (TMJ) pain, obstructive sleep apnea, or severe difficulty chewing/swallowing.
Advantages & Disadvantages
Advantages
- Permanently corrects severe functional problems (chewing, breathing, speech)
- Can cure or drastically improve Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
- Dramatic, life-changing improvements in facial profile and harmony
- Prevents premature wear and long-term damage to teeth
Considerations
- Requires major surgery under general anesthesia with a hospital stay
- Long overall treatment timeline (18 to 36 months total)
- Initial recovery involves significant swelling and a strict liquid diet
Treatment Duration
18 to 36 Months Total
Pre-surgical braces (12-18mo) + Surgery/Recovery (1-2mo) + Post-surgical detailing (3-6mo).
What to Expect
- Your bite may temporarily feel "worse" right before surgery
- Expect significant facial swelling for the first 1-2 weeks post-op
- Temporary numbness in the lips or chin is common during healing
Aftercare Instructions
Strict adherence to liquid and pureed diets for several weeks
Frequent follow-up visits with both the surgeon and orthodontist
Avoid strenuous physical activity or contact sports for several months
Cost of Surgical Orthodontics in India
Custom Pricing
Because this is a multi-disciplinary treatment, it involves separate orthodontic fees and surgical/hospital fees. Medical insurance may cover the surgical portion if deemed medically necessary (e.g., for sleep apnea).
* Prices are indicative. The actual cost depends on your specific case, treatment duration, and the materials used. Please visit us for a personalised quote.
Why Choose Shwetha Dentistry for Surgical Orthodontics?
Seamless, direct coordination with top local oral & maxillofacial surgeons
Advanced 3D digital planning (CBCT) to simulate surgical outcomes
Comprehensive support through all three stages of your journey
Frequently Asked Questions About Surgical Orthodontics
Q.Is jaw surgery safe?
Yes. When performed by a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, it is a highly predictable and routine procedure with a success rate often exceeding 90%.
Q.Will I have scars on my face?
No. Almost all orthognathic surgeries are performed entirely inside the mouth, so there are no visible external scars on your face or chin.
Q.Will my jaw be wired shut?
Modern jaw surgery uses rigid fixation (tiny titanium plates and screws) to hold the jaws in place, meaning jaws are rarely "wired shut" anymore. You will use orthodontic elastics instead.
Q.Does insurance cover jaw surgery?
Orthodontic braces are usually not covered by medical insurance, but the jaw surgery itself may be covered if it is deemed medically necessary (like for sleep apnea or severe skeletal deformity).
Ready to Get Surgical Orthodontics?
Visit Shwetha Dentistry in Kalaburagi for a personalised consultation with our specialist orthodontist.
Center 1 — Main
Before, Gold Hub Mall, Opp K B N Hospital Trust Pharmacy, Super Market Main Rd, Kalaburagi, Karnataka 585102
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4, AY Patil's Pride, New Jewargi Rd, Bhagyavanti Nagar, Santosh Colony, Kalaburagi, Karnataka 585102
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