COIS
California Oral
Implant Surgery

Corrective Jaw Surgery for a Balanced, Healthy Bite

Aligning Your Jaw, Enhancing Your Life

Corrective jaw surgery, also known as orthognathic surgery, is a transformative procedure that corrects a wide range of skeletal and dental irregularities. By repositioning the jaws, this surgery can dramatically improve a patient's ability to chew, speak, and breathe. Beyond these functional benefits, jaw surgery can also enhance facial harmony and aesthetics — giving patients a meaningful boost in confidence and quality of life.

At California Oral and Implant Surgery in California, MD, our board-certified surgeons collaborate closely with your orthodontist to plan and execute a treatment that achieves both functional and cosmetic goals. We serve patients from Lexington Park, Leonardtown, La Plata, Prince Frederick, and across Southern Maryland seeking this life-changing procedure.

When is Jaw Surgery Recommended?

  • Correcting Bite Issues: Resolves severe malocclusions such as underbites, overbites, crossbites, and open bites that cannot be corrected with orthodontics alone.
  • Improving Facial Symmetry: Addresses facial imbalances, such as a receding or protruding chin, to create a more harmonious facial profile.
  • Alleviating Pain and Discomfort: Provides relief for chronic jaw pain, headaches, and other symptoms associated with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder.
  • Resolving Breathing Problems: Can correct structural issues that contribute to obstructive sleep apnea and other breathing difficulties.

The Jaw Surgery Procedure at California Oral and Implant Surgery

Jaw surgery is a significant undertaking, meticulously planned using advanced 3D imaging and computer-guided software. At our California, MD facility, the surgery is performed under general anesthesia and most incisions are made inside the mouth to avoid visible scarring. The jawbones are precisely repositioned and secured with small titanium plates and screws. Recovery is gradual, but the results — improved bite, breathing, speech, and facial balance — can profoundly change your quality of life.