Suppose you or your loved one has a bad bite, jaw bone abnormality, or malocclusion, which is a jaw misalignment. Many people are born with a misaligned jaw and may not even know that they have jaw irregularity because it does not cause pain. However, the problem can worsen over time and cause pain, difficulty chewing and speaking, and even sleep apnea. 

That is where our surgical orthodontics in Bluffton comes in – to help you enjoy life without any of these restrictions. Our specialists can correct your jaw irregularities, so your smile looks fantastic and functions perfectly. Plus, you will be able to chew your food with ease, speak without any distortion, and breathe easily.

Our team has extensive experience in surgical orthodontics, also known as orthognathic surgery. However, we have worked closely with oral and maxillofacial surgeons to treat patients with complex cases involving the mouth, jaw, face, and skull to successfully achieve success with a proper bite—and healthy smile.

Plus, we use only the latest and most advanced treatment for correcting jaw irregularities. Furthermore, we use cutting-edge technology to get the best results for our patients. And our team of specialists will work with you every step of the way to ensure that you’re happy with your treatment.

Helping You Get the Smile Of Your Dreams

Surgical orthodontic treatments are performed typically on adults with fully developed jaws and performed in hospitals under the care of an orthodontic surgeon. Once the surgery is complete, and the patient has had time to rest and heal, our orthodontist will continue treatment by adjusting and refining the bite and fitting patients with braces to align their jaw and move the teeth into their proper position.

It may take six months to a year until we recommend removing the braces. Moreover, a retainer may be necessary to maintain alignment, but the result will be a happy, confident, and beautiful smile. And that smile will last a lifetime.