Jaw Surgery for Men & Women

Jaw surgery, also called orthognathic surgery, refers to the correction of the jaws by means of an operation, usually combined with orthodontic straightening of the teeth.

The word orthognathic comes from the Greek word orthos, meaning to straighten, and gnatos, meaning jaw. Orthognathic surgery thus means "Surgery to create straight jaws".

In jaw surgery, the aim is to to achieve proper occlusion (the manner in which teeth of the upper and lower jaw fit on each other) and an aesthetically pleasing face.

Such corrections are largely achieved by osteotomies, surgical techniques by which parts of the jaw are cut to create separate fragments which can then be moved into new positions with preservation of their blood supply.

Jaw surgery procedures are divided into three categories: maxillary surgery, mandibular surgery, and bimaxillary procedures.

The next step - Free Consultation

The next step is to arrange a free private consultation with a Mills & Mills Surgeon at a centre near you. This is easy to do. Simply call us on the number provided and we will do the rest. We will be happy to chat with you on the phone and answer any questions that you might have. We know how important this procedure is to you. It is our aim to provide you with a service second to none.

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