Orthognathic surgery aims to eliminate deformations in the jaw and facial skeleton. Also known as jaw surgery, this area of expertise continues to develop in the medical world. A jaw skeleton that has been deformed for various reasons can cause some physical problems in individuals. In addition, it can increase the person’s aesthetic concerns.

Orthognathic surgery is a field that requires expertise. Therefore, only physicians in this field can perform such procedures. Prof. Dr. Celal Çandırlı has an essential place among them.

What Is Orthognathic Surgery? (Jaw Surgery)

Jaw surgery is a medical field that aims to eliminate problems in the lower and upper jaw. This field, known as orthognathic surgery, helps the lower and upper jaws function harmoniously. Jaw surgery is necessary for individuals to regain normality in actions or appearances, such as:

• Normal function biting
• Chewing
• Swallowing
• Sleep
• Respiration
• Ability to speak
• Mimic
• Tasting

Orthognathic surgery can correct the deterioration in all these cases. Of course, it is also checked whether the condition preventing these abilities is related to the jaw.

Who Can Get Orthognathic Surgery (Jaw Surgery)?

Jaw surgery is suitable for individuals who have completed their growth phase. This treatment can be applied to deformities in the lower or upper jaw for various reasons. Some deformations may occur in individuals after jaw development, so care is taken to ensure the patient has completed his/her development phase.

Although orthognathic surgery is usually performed after age 18, it is also possible to perform the procedure on older individuals. The only important thing at this point is that the patient must inform their physician if they have any chronic illness.

Orthognathic Surgery Stages and Treatment Plan

Jaw surgery is a treatment that is applied in several stages. In fact, it is necessary to prepare a specific treatment program for patients who come to the clinic with jaw problems. Prof. Dr. Celal Çandırlı and his team follow the following path in orthognathic surgery:

Orthognathic Surgery Treatment Plan	Details
Orthodontic Treatment	Before the surgery, the patient may need to receive orthodontic treatment. The reason for this is to ensure that the teeth are aligned aesthetically.
Jaw Surgery	After orthodontic treatment, the patient is prepared for surgery. Accordingly, a plan should be made based on the patient’s mouth and jaw structure.
Recovery Period	After the surgery, the patient rests during the recovery process. During this process, there will be some situations that the patient needs to pay attention to.

Each of the issues mentioned above is an important stage for jaw surgery. In fact, each patient who applies to the clinic is informed about the treatment process.

Orthognathic Surgery Before and After

Jaw surgery before and after is important for the treatment to be successful. During this process, the patient is expected to:

• First, the patient’s mouth and jaw structure are examined. Second, it is decided whether the patient needs orthodontic treatment.
• Orthodontic treatment also lasts approximately 8-12 months on average.
• Before the surgery, the patient is measured cephalometrically. This allows the necessary bite plates to be prepared, and the patient’s jaw structure is fully revealed.
• In addition, the patient’s facial structure is evaluated before the surgery.

Orthognathic surgery is performed under general anesthesia. The patient does not feel any pain during the operation.

Orthognathic Surgery Recovery Time

After orthognathic surgery, your doctor will give you some advice. The important thing is to follow this advice and get through the healing process positively. You may feel pain in the first few days after the surgery. Therefore, your doctor will prescribe antibiotics and painkillers.

In the first weeks, nutrition is done with liquid foods. The patient needs to pay attention to their nutrition, especially for the healing of the jawbone. Similarly, doing sports or engaging in actions that may cause a blow in the first weeks is forbidden.

What are the Orthognathic Surgery Types?

Jaw surgery usually uses three different techniques, depending on the part of the jaw where the deformation is. For example, in upper jaw disorders, Lefort I surgery should be used. In lower jaw disorders, sagittal split surgery is used. If the problem is at the tip of the jaw, genioplasty is used.

Jaw Surgery Success Rate

The orthognathic surgery success rate is relatively high. Of course, the pre-operative examination and treatment are also important in the successful outcome of the surgery. In addition, the patient is expected to be careful during the recovery process after the surgery. In any case, your doctor will continue to give you the necessary advice during the post-operative control process.

Orthognathic Surgery Prices

Jaw surgery costs may vary depending on the treatment methods used. Therefore, the most accurate price information is revealed after the preliminary examination. Since a treatment plan is prepared according to the patient’s jaw deformities, a fixed price cannot be given to each patient.

What is Orthodontic Treatment and Why is It Necessary?

Before orthognathic surgery, it is necessary to ensure that the patient’s teeth are aligned perfectly. Therefore, an average of 8-12 months of orthodontic treatment is applied. In this treatment, the decayed teeth are first treated and then the braces are placed.

Orthodontic treatment is essential after jaw surgery. If necessary, it can be continued for 3-6 months after the surgery.

Frequently Asked Questions

This section contains answers to frequently asked questions about the surgery.

What is the Recovery Time for Orthognathic Surgery?

The recovery process after surgery usually takes 12 weeks. Of course, this process may vary depending on the patient’s recovery speed and anatomical structure. However, the patient’s pain sensation will disappear in the first weeks.

What is the Best Age for Orthognathic Surgery?

The occurrence of jaw deformities usually corresponds to the adolescence period. However, it is also possible to encounter deformations in some cases that develop due to aging. In cases related to development, the ideal age for surgery is after the age of 18.

How Much is Jaw Surgery in Turkey?

In such surgeries, clear price information is not possible at the first stage. However, giving the patient price information is correct after the preliminary examination. This is to decide which interventions the patient needs.