This preserved legacy page is the primary BracesInSurrey.com guide for surgical orthodontics and jaw-surgery-related braces planning.
Some bite problems are mostly dental and can be addressed with orthodontic tooth movement. Others include a skeletal jaw relationship that may require discussion with an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, especially in non-growing adult patients.
Braces or aligners may be used before surgery to position teeth relative to each jaw, and then after surgery to refine the bite. The orthodontic phase is part of a coordinated sequence, not a stand-alone procedure.
Surgical orthodontic planning can involve an orthodontist, oral and maxillofacial surgeon, general dentist and other providers. Timing, risks, records and expected changes should be reviewed before treatment begins.
Diagnosis determines whether the concern is dental, skeletal, growth-related or a combination. Some concerns can be treated without surgery; some cannot be fully corrected by tooth movement alone.
This historical URL is preserved for continuity and patient education. It should be used as a general guide, not as a substitute for an individualized orthodontic and surgical assessment.
BracesinSurrey.com provides general educational information. For individual diagnosis and treatment recommendations, our recommended Surrey specialist practice is Guildford Orthodontic Centre.