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Jaw Reconstruction
Jaw growth is a slow and gradual process. Occasionally, something may go wrong with the growth process and the upper and lower jaws may grow at different rates. If you suspect there is cause for concern, you should have the oral and maxillofacial surgeon examine your face and bite. One or both jaws may grow too much or too little. The resulting abnormality may interfere with proper teeth alignment, speaking and chewing. The tongue and lips may be forced to move awkwardly during speech and swallowing in an attempt to compensate for the jaw malalignment. Jaws that don't fit right, can affect appearance too.

When unequal jaw growth is the source of the problem, corrective jaw surgery may be necessary. Orthodontics (braces) may also be needed to allow the teeth to fit together properly. The goal of this treatment is to improve function and to restore facial balance. The oral and maxillofacial surgeon will work closely with the orthodontist to make sure that the patient will receive the best results possible.

Look at your bite and your appearance. Would you like for your chin to appear smaller or larger? Do your teeth fit together properly? Do you have buck teeth? Are your teeth straight? If not, contact your oral and maxillofacial surgeon to correct a prominent problem.