Do I have to wear braces?

Yes. Jaw surgery is almost always a collaborative process with an orthodontist. You will typically wear braces for 12-18 months before surgery to align your teeth over your current bones. Then, the surgery moves the bones into the correct position. You will wear braces for another 6 months after surgery to finalize the bite.

Will my jaw be wired shut after surgery?

In modern Maxillofacial surgery, wiring the jaws shut is rarely necessary. We use Rigid Internal Fixation (RIF), which involves placing tiny titanium plates and screws to hold the jaw securely. Most patients can open their mouths and begin a soft-food diet immediately after surgery.

How painful is the recovery?

Because the nerves in the jaw are temporarily stretched during surgery, most patients experience profound numbness rather than sharp pain. The main discomfort during the first week comes from significant facial swelling and adjusting to a liquid/soft diet, rather than acute pain.

Will my face look different?

Yes, and usually dramatically for the better. Correcting severe underbites or overbites improves facial symmetry, strengthens the jawline profile, and often provides a more youthful appearance. We use 3D software to show you your projected facial profile before you agree to the surgery.

Jaw Correction Surgery (Orthognathic) in Gorakhpur

Precision Jaw Correction:
Redefining Facial Harmony in Gorakhpur

Orthognathic surgery, commonly known as Corrective Jaw Surgery, is a transformative procedure designed to fix structural skeletal issues that braces alone cannot address. When your upper and lower jaws do not align correctly, it affects more than just your smile—it impacts your ability to breathe, chew, and speak. At Central Poly Clinic, we specialize in high-precision jaw reconstruction for patients across Eastern Uttar Pradesh.

Our clinic in Maya Bazar, Gorakhpur, utilizes state-of-the-art 3D Virtual Surgical Planning (VSP) to ensure that every movement of the jaw is planned down to the sub-millimeter. Whether you are dealing with a severe underbite, a receding chin, or facial asymmetry, our goal is to restore clinical function while achieving the most aesthetic facial profile possible.

When is Jaw Surgery Necessary?

Most jaw misalignments are skeletal in nature, meaning they are caused by the growth patterns of the facial bones rather than just the position of the teeth. If you experience any of the following, a maxillofacial consultation at Central Poly Clinic is recommended:

1. Severe Underbite (Mandibular Prognathism)

The lower jaw is significantly longer than the upper jaw, causing the lower teeth to cover the upper teeth. This often results in a "strong" jawline but makes chewing extremely inefficient.

2. Receding Jaw/Weak Chin (Mandibular Retrognathism)

The lower jaw is underdeveloped, leading to a "bird-like" profile and, in many cases, chronic snoring or Obstructive Sleep Apnea due to a restricted airway.

3. Vertical Maxillary Excess (Gummy Smile)

The upper jaw is too long, causing an excessive display of gums and difficulty closing the lips naturally. Correcting the height of the upper jaw provides immediate facial balance.

The 3D Virtual Planning Advantage

Gone are the days of manual "stone model" planning. Central Poly Clinic is among the few centers in Gorakhpur providing True-to-Scale 3D Surgical Simulation.

Predictive Analysis of Facial Profile
3D Printed Custom Surgical Guides
Sub-millimeter Accuracy in Bone Fixation

This technology reduces operation time by up to 40% and drastically lowers the risk of post-operative complications.

Your Journey to a Balanced Face

Pre-Surgical Orthodontics

Most patients begin with a 12-18 month orthodontic phase. Braces are used to move your teeth into the correct position relative to their own jaw bone, setting the stage for the surgeon to move the bones themselves.

The Surgical Procedure

Performed under general anesthesia by our Maxillofacial expert, the jaw bones are repositioned. We use ultra-low-profile titanium plates for fixation. The best part? All incisions are made inside the mouth, leaving no external scars on your face.

Functional Alignment

Post-surgery, a short phase of refinement orthodontics ensures your teeth fit together perfectly. Most patients traveling from Deoria or Gonda can return to their primary physician for checkups after the initial 3-week healing phase.

Medical Fact: Breathing & Airway Benefits

While many seek jaw surgery for aesthetic reasons, the most profound impact is often respiratory. Advancing a retrognathic (receding) lower jaw can expand the airway space by up to 30%. This makes orthognathic surgery a gold-standard treatment for patients suffering from persistent snoring and severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea who cannot tolerate a CPAP machine.

Gorakhpur's Hub for Corrective Surgery

Central Poly Clinic is proud to serve as a referral hub for complex skeletal cases across Eastern Uttar Pradesh. We understand that patients traveling from cities like Basti, Siddharthnagar, and Kushinagar need coordinated care. Our team works closely with your local orthodontist to manage the pre-and post-surgical phases, ensuring you only travel to Gorakhpur for the critical surgical milestones.

Jaw Surgery: Myths vs. Reality

Myth

Jaw surgery is purely cosmetic and not medically necessary.

Reality: While the aesthetic improvement is dramatic, most jaw surgeries are medically essential to fix obstructive sleep apnea, prevent premature tooth loss from a bad bite, and restore efficient chewing function.

Myth

I will have to drink through a straw for 6 months.

Reality: Modern techniques using titanium plates mean jaws are rarely wired shut. Most patients transition to a soft-food diet (like mashed potatoes or dal-rice) within the first 10 to 14 days post-surgery.

Jaw Correction
Surgery in Gorakhpur