Two Jaw surgery is to correct jaw structure by repositioning both upper jaw (maxilla) and lower jaw (mandible). It is different from mandible surgery which only corrects the lower jaw.
BK Cosmedical Two Jaw Surgery = Function + CosmeticTwo jaw surgery at BK Plastic Surgery Hospital offers functional and cosmetic improvements by correcting malocclusions, asymmetries, and facial contour.
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Upper and lower jaws are cut near the joint areas and realigned. Protruding edges are smoothened and firmly reattached with proper fixation.
Operation Time | 2-3 hours |
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Anesthesia | General Anesthesia |
Stitch Removal | Unnecessary since suture is made with dissolvable thread. |
Recovery Period |
· Bandage worn for 2-3 days after surgery |
* Recovery period varies on individual basis.
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Mandibular Surgery is a surgical procedure to cut the back part of lower jaw, overlap them, and fix in proper position in order to back ward the entire protruding lower jaw.
Lower jaws behind the molars are cut, and the entire lower jaw including lower teeth is pushed back to be firmly reattached with proper fixation after rough edges are smoothed.
Operation Time | Around 2 hours |
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Anesthesia | General Anesthesia |
Stitch Removal | Unnecessary since suture is made with dissolvable thread. |
Recovery Period |
· Daily activities available 14 days after surgery |
* Recovery period varies on individual basis.