In many cases, bite deviations can be corrected with only dental treatments. However, in some cases, the deviation can lie in the facial skeleton or between the upper and lower jaws. This means there is a need for both dental treatment as well as a jaw surgery. An example of this is when the upper jaw and the lower jaw have grown differently and caused a misalignment of the teeth.

The most common bite deviations that are corrected by surgery are a large overbite, underbite, deep or open bite or facial asymmetries. It may also be a question of appearance, such as the fact that the lower jaw and the chin feels far too prominent. In order to undergo jaw surgery, the jaws must have finished growing and developing. The operation is preceded by a longer period of orthodontic treatment followed by a shorter orthodontic treatment after surgery. Generally, the total treatment time is usually longer for these patients compared to patients that do not require surgery.

In addition to functionally stable alignment with aesthetically pleasing teeth, correct placement of the jaws also implies a harmony between the facial features, resulting in a more attractive profile. We have a long experience of treating these patients and work closely with the Uppsala University Hospital, Akademiska Sjukhuset where the surgery is performed under general anesthesia.