If your dentist determines that a dental procedure alone cannot properly fix a mouth, jaw or face problem, then they may recommend maxillofacial surgery. This type of surgery can address a variety of skeletal and dental conditions, such as:
- Difficulty biting and chewing food
- Problems swallowing
- Jaw joint (TMJ) pain
- Open bite
- Jaw that recedes or protrudes
- Birth defects
- Injury to face or jaw
- Sleep apnea
Maxillofacial surgery can help alleviate pain and improve the appearance in individuals with these issues.