Oral and maxillofacial surgeryJaw Surgery
Procedure preparations
- Jaw surgery is done to correct irregularities and problems in the jawbone to realign the jaw with the teeth in order to improve their work.
- Jaw surgery is performed in case the braces didn’t solve the problems, such as the following cases:
- Correct problems in chewing, swallowing, or speaking.
- Correct the problem when one or both of the jaws stick out and malocclusion (when the jaws don’t close correctly).
- Correct a problem that prevents the lips from closing completely.
- Problems in the temporomandibular joint.
- Jaw fractures, tumors, and cysts.
- Small or big jaw.
- Obstructive sleep apnea.
- Congenital problems such as cleft lip and cleft palate.
- Types of jaw surgery:
- Upper jaw surgery (maxillary osteotomy): this procedure is done in cases of receded or protruding upper jaw, malocclusion, when the teeth show less or more than normal, and midfacial hypoplasia (the middle of the face grows less than normal).
- Lower jaw surgery (mandibular osteotomy): this procedure is done in cases of receded or protruding lower jaw.
- Chin surgery.
Procedure preparations
- Examining the patient’s health in general.
- The patient must stop taking blood thinners (anticoagulant medications), ibuprofen, and any other medications that the doctor mentions two weeks before the procedure.
- The patient mustn’t have anything for 12 hours before the procedure.
- In most of the cases, the patient must have braces for 12-18 months before the surgery.
Procedure complications
- Bleeding.
- Infections.
- Damage in the teeth or jaw.
- Problems in the jaw joint.
- The inability to open the mouth wide enough.
- Nerve damage.
- Relapse of the jaw.
- Scars.
Procedure instructions
- Some side effects occur temporarily after the procedure, such as pain, swelling, and problems with eating and biting.
- You must stick to the medications prescribed by the doctor and the regular visits.
- Immediately contact your surgeon when any sudden, odd problem or symptoms emerge.
- You can return to your normal daily routine after 6 weeks of the surgery.
- Full recovery might take about a year.
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Syria _ Damascus _ Al-RawdaFrequently asked questions about Jaw Surgery
What is Jaw Surgery?
Jaw Surgery in Syria: " Jaw surgery is done to correct irregularities and problems in the jawbone to realign the jaw with the teeth in order to improve their work. Jaw surgery is performed in case the braces didn’t solve the problems, such as the following cases: Correct problems in chewing, swallowing, or speaking. Correct the problem when one or both of the jaws stick out and malocclusion (when the jaws don’t close correctly). Correct...
How do I prepare for Jaw Surgery?
" Examining the patient’s health in general. The patient must stop taking blood thinners (anticoagulant medications), ibuprofen, and any other medications that the doctor mentions two weeks before the procedure. The patient mustn’t have anything for 12 hours before the procedure. In most of the cases, the patient must have braces for 12-18 months before the surgery. "
What are the aftercare instructions for Jaw Surgery?
" Some side effects occur temporarily after the procedure, such as pain, swelling, and problems with eating and biting. You must stick to the medications prescribed by the doctor and the regular visits. Immediately contact your surgeon when any sudden, odd problem or symptoms emerge. You can return to your normal daily routine after 6 weeks of the surgery. Full recovery might take about a year. "
Which specialty is Jaw Surgery related to?
Jaw Surgery is related to: Oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Where can I get Jaw Surgery in Syria?
You can get Jaw Surgery at clinics and hospitals in Syria. To find specialists in Oral and maxillofacial surgery, see suggested doctors on this page or Click here
What are the possible complications of Jaw Surgery?
" Bleeding. Infections. Damage in the teeth or jaw. Problems in the jaw joint. The inability to open the mouth wide enough. Nerve damage. Relapse of the jaw. Scars. "
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