Your Partners in Surgical Orthodontics

For some patients, braces or Invisalign® treatment is not always enough to correct certain orthodontic issues or concerns. In these cases, we may recommend orthodontic surgery alongside these treatment methods to improve facial balance, jaw position, or bite alignment.

If you think you may be a candidate for orthodontic surgery, please give one of our Fairfield or New Haven County offices a call. Our locations in Bridgeport, New Haven, Danbury, Ansonia, Orange, and Stratford are ready to partner with top surgeons to help you get a happier and healthier smile.

Most patients’ orthodontic concerns can be fixed with less invasive methods, such as braces or Invisalign. However, some patients with extreme crowding, overbites, underbites, gaps, or facial asymmetry may benefit from orthodontic surgery. Patients whose misaligned teeth pose a threat to their oral health are also considered good candidates for surgery.

Are You A Good Candidate For Orthodontic Surgery?

If you have extremely misaligned teeth or jaws, or if your treatment with braces or Invisalign hasn’t succeeded, you may be a good candidate for orthodontic surgery. Our CT Braces orthodontists recommend surgery only when it is deemed necessary and on a case-by-case basis. Orthodontic surgery can only be performed on jaws and teeth that have stopped developing. Jaws generally stop growing at 16 for females and 18 for males, though this is an average age and can differ from patient to patient.

What Are The Risks Of Orthognathic Surgery?

Like any surgical procedure, there are some risks to undergoing orthognathic surgery. You are typically put under general anesthesia for surgery, which can affect various patients differently and must be closely monitored by your surgical team. There are also minor risks that come from the procedure itself, such as infection. Fortunately, orthodontic surgery has been practiced for decades and has a low overall complication rate. Your orthodontist and surgeon will work together to ensure you receive the best possible care.

The orthodontists at CT Braces will work hand-in-hand with your orthodontic surgeon if surgery is determined to be necessary for your care. Often, your orthodontic treatment begins with braces or Invisalign before surgery is considered. In any case, CT Braces is your partner for orthognathic surgery. Our goal is to help you understand your options and make an informed decision about your care.

Our orthodontists are experts in partnering with local oral and maxillofacial surgeons to provide you with the best of care. If you think you need orthodontic surgery, or if another provider has recommended orthodontic surgery for you, schedule your free consultation with CT Braces today. We’ll make sure you get the care you need with the attention you deserve.