Who needs surgical orthodontics?
An orthodontist will consider surgical orthodontic treatment for non-growing adult patients with improper bites and those with facial aesthetic concerns. Jaw growth is usually completed by age 16 for girls and 18 for boys. All growth must be completed before jaw surgery can be performed. However, the pre-surgical tooth movements can begin one to two years prior to these ages.
Related Questions
- Is there any decay under the crown or gum inflammation which needs to be cured before orthodontics starts? Is the crown or restoration on the tooth suitable for having the braces on?
- Does your surgeon offer a range of surgical options to suit people with different needs, such as sleeve, lap band and gastric bypass?
- Who needs surgical orthodontics?
