Orthodontic Surgery in Newcastle, WA

Orthognathic surgery, also known as corrective jaw surgery, treats and corrects abnormalities of the facial bone. These abnormalities might cause difficulty chewing, talking, sleeping, and other everyday activities. When combined with the right orthodontic treatment provided by Orthodontic Excellence, orthognathic surgery improves the overall appearance of the facial profile and treats common problems interfering with the patient’s quality of life. People who can benefit from orthognathic surgery include those with an improper bite or jaws that are positioned incorrectly. Jaw growth is a gradual process and in some instances, the upper and lower jaws may not match at the end of growth. Injury to the jaw during growth may be a cause for the incongruent growth of the jaws. The result can cause a host of problems that can affect chewing function, speech, long-term oral health and appearance.