The jawbone or mandible is the large lower part of the skull that is located between the eyes, nose and mouth. This structure can be affected by a number of problems such as over-grown wisdom teeth, periodontal disease, impacted wisdom tooth, jaw cyst or tumors.
There are many reasons why someone may opt to have jaw surgery. It is not uncommon for someone to have jaw surgery as a result of a fall or injury. Other common reasons for jaw surgery include TMJ disorders and mouth sores. A lot of people choose jaw surgery to improve their facial appearance.
There are many different types of jaw surgery. This includes jaw reduction, jaw augmentation, jaw implants and jaw reconstruction.
What is a Jaw Implant?
A jaw implant is a small titanium screw placed into the jawbone to replace missing teeth. Jaw implants are used to replace missing teeth and/or support dentures. Jaw implants are usually placed in the upper jaw but can be placed in the lower jaw as well.
How do Jaw Implants work?
Jaw implants are placed in two ways:
(i) to treat periodontal disease and
(ii) for the reconstruction of a resorbed alveolar ridge (the bony ridge or raised thickened border of the upper or lower jaw that contains the sockets of the teeth).
What is a jaw reduction surgery?
A jaw reduction is a surgical procedure that reduces the size of a patient’s jaw. It is performed to treat people with excessive jaw growth, or as a part of treatment for certain types of jaw deformities. Jaw reduction surgery is usually used to reduce the size of a jaw in patients with a large mandible (upper jaw) and an underdeveloped maxilla (lower jaw).
How is a jaw reduction surgery performed?
Jaw reduction surgery is a fairly simple procedure. The procedure for jaw reduction can be performed under local anesthesia or general anesthesia, depending on your doctor’s preference. The surgical team will make small incisions in the gums and lower face and remove excess bone that is pressing against the teeth. Your jaw may be reduced by a few millimeters (one-eighth of an inch), or even up to 10 millimeters (an eighth of an inch) or more.
What are the risks of jaw reduction surgery?
As with most facial surgeries, jawline surgery comes with certain risks and side effects, including:
The success rate of these jaw implants ranges from 60% to 90%. The reported complications are peri-implantitis, implant loosening, and implant failure. The most common complication associated with dental implants is peri-implantitis.
What should I expect after jaw reduction surgery?
You may have some swelling after the jaw surgery, which should subside within a few days. And depending on what your doctor deems appropriate; you will spend some time in the hospital for observation and recuperation.
What is jaw reconstruction surgery?
A jaw reconstruction, or maxillofacial, surgery involves replacing missing teeth and/or damaged bone in the jaw. This can be done to improve your overall appearance and health.
The procedure is performed by oral and maxillofacial surgeons, who are doctors with advanced training in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery.
The following are some common conditions that require jaw reconstruction: Injuries to the jaw caused by accidents or surgical removal of tumors may result in the loss of teeth, bone, or both. In addition, the jaws may be fractured or broken. When this occurs, the bones are not able to hold the teeth in place, and they may fall out.
What are the benefits of a jaw reconstruction?
There are many benefits to a jaw reconstruction. In addition to improving your appearance, you’ll also have a more stable and comfortable bite and better ability to chew.
How does a jaw reconstruction surgery work?
Jaw reconstruction is often performed in conjunction with other procedures such as facial contouring or chin implantation. A jaw reconstruction involves reshaping the jawbone so that it is more like its original form. When the jawbone is shaped into its correct shape, it can be used to support the teeth and gums. During a jaw reconstruction surgery, your surgeon will first determine whether you need partial or total jaw reconstruction.
Partial Jaw Reconstruction may be performed if your jawbone is missing on the top and bottom but is still present on the sides. In this type of procedure, the jawbone is removed and replaced with a prosthetic jawbone that is shaped to look like the original jawbone. The prosthetic jawbone is placed over the gums and teeth.
Partial jaw reconstruction involves reshaping only the lower jaw, while total jaw reconstruction involves reshaping the upper and lower jaws.
What are some risks associated with jaw reconstruction surgery?
Some of the risks of jaw reconstruction surgery include:
Infection: This can happen because of the surgical incision, the use of dental implants, or the placement of bone grafts.
Blood clots: These can form in the legs and cause the patient to become ill.
Damage to nerves: This may result in numbness in the area of the surgery.
Despite these risks, jaw surgery can help improve chewing, speech and facial appearance. So, in order to help prevent some of these risks, you need to find a qualified and experienced doctor that can meet your needs.
Who can I contact if I’m interested in jaw surgery?
Our clinic, Wonjin Plastic Surgery in Korea can help you make a decision if you’re interested in having any jaw surgery. One of the largest plastic surgery hospitals in Korea is Wonjin, we can help you find a qualified doctor to meet your needs. Patients from all over the world have been provided with various types of treatments by us. We will give you the best care, which includes dental work and plastic surgery. The goal is to provide the best possible results for our patients. Make your consultation today!
