When the upper and lower jaws don’t line up correctly, it can strain your bite, jaw joints, and confidence. This kind of misalignment can lead to serious problems. An uneven bite seriously strains your teeth and jaw joints, leading to TMJ disorder and poor dental health. It can also cause disharmony in the balance of your face, making it hard to speak clearly, eat comfortably, or feel confident in your looks.
Jaw surgery, also called orthognathic surgery, is a way to correct imbalances between your upper and lower jaw. As an oral surgery specialist, Kenneth Carey, DMD, OMFS, has advanced education and training to provide jaw surgery to treat several problems, including TMJ disorder, problems with the growth of your jawbone, and sleep apnea.
Jaw surgery, also called orthognathic surgery, is a way to correct imbalances between your upper and lower jaw.
Heartland Oral Surgery and Dental Implants have the expertise and technology to provide corrective jaw surgery in Kearney, NE, and Grand Island, NE, in total comfort. You’ll rest comfortably with anesthesia options to suit every need. At the same time, we help you enjoy a better quality of life with balanced facial esthetics and a comfortable, functional bite.
Jaw surgery can correct several issues, including crossbite (when bottom teeth sit outside or in front of the top teeth), open bite (when teeth don’t meet when you close), undersized lower jaw, underbite or oversized lower jaw, and cleft lip or palate.
Orthognathic surgery can also improve several conditions, including airway issues, obstructive sleep apnea, TMJ disorder, and injuries from falls, car accidents, or other facial trauma.
Suppose you need jaw surgery in Grand Island, NE, or Kearney, NE. In that case, you need a surgeon with experience who will be accessible every step of the way, from your consultation and treatment planning, through your surgery and your entire recovery process.
With 16 years of experience as an oral surgeon, Dr. Carey has the expertise to deliver ideal results so you can enjoy significantly better function and comfort and improved facial balance and confidence with the esthetic benefits of your jawline surgery.
We understand that the idea of jaw surgery can be intimidating. You must understand your treatment options, the expected outcome from your surgery, and what to expect every step of the way. Your path to better facial harmony starts with a conversation. During your consultation, Dr. Carey and our team want to understand how your jaw problems affect your life, how the problem developed, and what you hope jaw surgery can do for you.
Many jaw problems start with a traumatic experience, such as the growth of a tumor or a serious accident, so the recovery process can be emotional. We are here to support you through this process. Before your surgery, orthodontic treatment may be the right first step. By correcting as much as possible with orthodontics, such as braces or clear aligners, we can minimize the extent of your surgery while ensuring the best possible results.
Because orthognathic surgery can be invasive, we offer a full range of anesthesia options to help you overcome any anxiety and ensure that you rest comfortably, completely free of pain, throughout your procedure. Fortunately, repositioning your jaw can typically be done in just one visit, meaning you can start enjoying the benefits of jaw surgery as quickly as possible. We’ll be here for you and accessible for any questions or concerns you have during your recovery process.
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