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What is Orthognathic Surgery?
Orthognathic (jaw) surgery is a highly specialized procedure designed to correct severe skeletal abnormalities of the upper and lower jaws. While braces can move teeth, they cannot fix a jaw that has grown out of proportion. If you suffer from a severe underbite, overbite, open bite, facial asymmetry, or chronic sleep apnea due to a restricted airway, orthognathic surgery reposition your jawbones into their optimal, natural alignment. This life-altering procedure not only creates a perfectly functional bite but also dramatically enhances your overall facial aesthetics and profile.
Benefits of Corrective Jaw Surgery
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Enhanced Facial Harmony: By correcting skeletal imbalances, the surgery dramatically improves facial symmetry, profile contour, and overall aesthetic proportions.
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Perfected Bite Function: Resolves severe chewing and biting difficulties, preventing excessive, uneven wear and tear on your natural teeth.
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Improved Breathing & Sleep: Repositioning the jaws often opens up the airway, providing a highly effective, permanent cure for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and heavy snoring.
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Speech Correction: Fixes speech impairments caused by severe jaw misalignment and open bites.
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Relief from TMJ Pain: Alleviates the chronic jaw joint pain, clicking, and tension headaches associated with a misaligned bite.
How does it work?
Orthognathic surgery is a collaborative, highly precise journey involving both your Orthodontist and our elite Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon. At Éclat Smile, we utilize state-of-the-art virtual planning to ensure absolute predictability and safety.
Elite Maxillofacial Care
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Virtual Surgical Planning (VSP): We use 3D CBCT scans to create a virtual model of your skull. The surgeon performs the entire surgery digitally first, mapping out the precise bone movements down to the fraction of a millimeter.
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Specialist-Led Team: Your surgery is performed by a board-certified Maxillofacial Surgeon in a fully equipped, modern hospital setting here in Puerto Vallarta for maximum safety.
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Custom Titanium Fixation: The repositioned jaws are secured with tiny, biocompatible titanium plates and screws that remain permanently and safely under the skin.
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No Visible Scars: All surgical incisions are typically made completely inside the mouth, leaving no visible scars on your face or neck.
Real Patient Stories: A Life-Changing Transformation
See how All-on-4® implants in Puerto Vallarta have completely transformed the lives of our patients. Read their stories, join our Éclat Smile community, and get ready to start your own journey to a flawless, confident smile today.
I had a severe underbite that made chewing a nightmare and made me so self-conscious about my profile. The maxillofacial surgeon at Éclat Smile performed double jaw surgery. The 3D planning gave me so much peace of mind. The recovery was challenging, but the result is miraculous. My face looks balanced, and I can finally bite into an apple!
— David L. (California, USA)
I suffered from terrible sleep apnea for years because my lower jaw was too far back. CPAP machines didn't work for me. Having jaw advancement surgery in Puerto Vallarta was the best decision of my life. Not only is my profile so much stronger, but my sleep apnea is completely cured. The care in the hospital and clinic was world-class.
Mark S. (Toronto, Canada)
The cost of orthognathic surgery in the US was astronomical. A friend recommended Éclat Smile. The coordination between the orthodontist and the surgeon was seamless. They did the surgery inside my mouth so I have no scars. The swelling went down after a few weeks, and when I saw my new smile and profile in the mirror, I literally cried.
Jessica W. (Texas, USA)
Facial and Jaw Fractures In Puerto Vallarta
Facial trauma from accidents or injuries requires immediate, specialized care to repair structural damage and protect your ability to chew, speak, and breathe comfortably. Our board-certified Maxillofacial Surgeons are experts in restoring both your facial harmony and dental function.
Our specialized approach includes:
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Precision Diagnostics: We utilize high-resolution 3D CBCT imaging to accurately assess the fracture down to the millimeter.
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Surgical Stabilization: We meticulously realign the broken bones and secure them using permanent, biocompatible titanium micro-plates and screws.
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Scar-Free Techniques: Whenever possible, surgical incisions are made entirely inside the mouth to ensure there is no visible scarring on your face.
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Complete Restoration: Our primary goal is to safely restore your exact, natural bite alignment and physical appearance, helping you quickly regain your quality of life.