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Corrective jaw surgery in Roswell, GA
A normal bite means the upper teeth fit slightly over the lower teeth. When the jaws do not line up, teeth wear down unevenly, chewing suffers and long-term problems build. Orthognathic surgery corrects the underlying alignment so your smile is even and your bite no longer jeopardizes your teeth.
Beyond bite issues, jaw surgery can also correct cleft palates and Pierre Robin sequence (underdeveloped jaw).
What to expect
The scope of jaw surgery depends on the patient and the condition. For some, it is medically necessary to eat and breathe normally; for others it is a correction that protects long-term oral health. The full process, often coordinated with orthodontics, can take many months, so Dr. Attia maps out every phase with you in advance.
Dr. Attia trained in orthognathic surgery and craniomaxillofacial trauma at Emory University and co-authored textbook chapters in the field.
Jaw surgery can address:
- Bite misalignment (overbite, underbite, open bite)
- Facial trauma and jaw fractures
- Congenital conditions such as cleft palate
- Sleep and airway concerns from jaw position
- Uneven wear and chronic jaw strain