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Jaw Surgery

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The Benefits of Jaw Surgery

When a jawbone develops abnormally, it can cause more than just an imbalanced facial profile—it may lead to serious health issues such as difficulty swallowing, chronic TMJ pain, and migraines. Corrective (orthognathic) jaw surgery, often combined with orthodontic treatment, can address these issues by repositioning the jaw for better alignment. Dr. Matthews works closely with your general dentist and orthodontist to create a personalized plan that enhances facial aesthetics and restores proper jaw function.

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Some common symptoms that your jaw is unbalanced include:

  • Difficulty swallowing, biting, or chewing

  • Chronic migraines

  • Protruding jaw

  • Receding chin

  • Chronic TMJ pain

  • Facial trauma

  • Unbalanced facial appearance

  • Obstructive sleep apnea

Male patient experiencing severe TMJ jaw pain

Benefits of Advanced Technology

Correcting jaw function is now more effective and patient-friendly, thanks to advanced dental technology. Using CT-guided virtual surgery planning, our doctors can precisely map every step of your procedure in advance. This approach allows for accurate jaw movement visualization, making the surgery more predictable and efficient, optimizing jaw function, enhancing facial aesthetics, and reducing recovery time.

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Experienced oral surgeons like Dr. Matthews are uniquely trained in complex procedures involving the bones and soft tissues of the face, mouth, and jaw. Reshaping and repositioning the jaw requires both meticulous planning and expertise in oral anatomy. As one of the few oral and maxillofacial surgeons offering virtual surgical planning, Dr. Matthews is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care.

Correcting Functional Jaw Issues

The primary goal of corrective jaw surgery is to align the upper jaw, lower jaw, and chin into a more functional, balanced, and healthy position. As orthodontic treatment corrects the alignment of the teeth, the jaw bone is repositioned to ensure the straightened teeth fit together properly. While this surgery enhances facial appearance, its main purpose is to resolve functional issues, improving speech, chewing, sleep or breathing disorders, and relieving jaw or joint pain and headaches.

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Is Jaw Surgery Covered by Insurance?

Jaw surgery may be covered by insurance, as it is often considered medically necessary. Our Insurance Specialist Team will contact your provider to confirm coverage, provide an estimate of costs, and discuss all payment options with you. To ensure accessible care, we offer flexible payment plans and financing through CareCredit® and Lenders Club. CareCredit’s easy application includes a soft credit pull, so it won’t impact your credit score, allowing multiple financing companies to compete to support your healthcare needs.

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You're in Good Care

At Mattydale Oral Surgery, we’re committed to providing the best options and comprehensive care for you and your family. If you need assistance selecting a dental plan, our Insurance Specialist Team is here to help. Call us today to schedule your appointment—we look forward to serving you!

Extremely polite dentist. Very professional chair-side manner. Dr. Matthews makes his patients feel comfortable and at ease. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

Anonymous

Past Patient

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