Jaws Corrective Surgery
(Medical procedures and examinations)
This topic will help you learn about corrective jaw surgery and how to prepare for it.
What Is Corrective Jaw Surgery?
Corrective jaw surgery is a medical procedure performed to reposition the jaws and correct any abnormality in the upper jaw, lower jaw, or both, allowing the teeth to align properly. This procedure is performed under general anesthesia.
- When Is Corrective Jaw Surgery Performed?
- Corrective jaw surgery is performed in cases such as:
- Noticeable recession or protrusion of one of the jaws.
- Problems with the proper alignment of the teeth.
- To treat pain caused by a jaw joint disorder.
To remove a tumor.
- Jaw fracture.
- Presence of a congenital or developmental defect, such as:
Pierre Robin syndrome
Open bite.
- How to Prepare for Corrective Jaw Surgery
- Before the procedure, make sure to:
- Complete all required medical examinations.
- You will be asked to sign a consent form granting permission to perform the procedure. Read the form carefully and ask questions if anything is unclear.
- You will be asked when you last ate or drank. If the procedure requires anesthesia, you will be instructed not to eat or drink for 8 hours before the surgery.
- Inform your doctor if you have any allergies to medications or anesthesia.
- Tell your doctor about all medications you are taking, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, herbs, and dietary supplements.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of bleeding disorders, or if you are taking blood-thinning medications (anticoagulants), aspirin, or other drugs that affect blood clotting. You may be advised to stop these medications before the procedure.
