In some non-growing patients with a severe misalignment of the jaws, the only way to correct the bite and improve the facial aesthetics is with combined surgical orthodontic treatment.
Treatment takes place in three phases. The first phase is the pre-surgical orthodontic phase where the orthodontist aligns the teeth within each jaw and independent of the bite. This phase generally takes approximately 18 months to complete (but may vary from patient to patient). The second phase is the surgical phase where the surgeon positions the jaws according to the orthodontically prepared teeth in order for them to fit properly.
The third and final phase is the postsurgical orthodontic phase and takes place after the operation is carried out. Here the orthodontist takes measures to stabilize and settle the occlusion (bite) and makes the final tooth adjustments. This phase generally takes 4-6 months (but may vary). Surgical orthodontics is complex and requires proper planning and good communication between both an experienced orthodontist and surgeon.
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Lots of love, Chinaka family
I can truly recommend Dr JJ van den Berg, he and his very capable and professional staff has transformed not only my teeth but inadvertently my life.
Erik
Dear Dr J and team. Thank you for creating a perfect smile and bite. And that after 41 years. I dreaded orthodontic treatment, being an adult and all, but you made the process comfortable and worthwhile.
Sophia
I just wanted to let you all know I’m engaged to the first guy I kissed with braces! I hope I’m a good story for all the adults who are hesitant about getting braces. Life changing I tell you.
Lots of love, Helen
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