Jaw Surgery
In some cases, orthodontic treatment alone isn’t enough to fully correct issues related to jaw alignment. For patients with more severe bite irregularities or skeletal imbalances, jaw surgery, also known as orthognathic surgery, may be necessary to achieve optimal function and aesthetics.
Common reasons jaw surgery may be recommended include:
- Significant overbite, underbite, or open bite
- Jaw asymmetry or disproportional growth
- Difficulty chewing, biting, or speaking
- Chronic jaw pain or TMJ discomfort
- Obstructive sleep apnea linked to jaw positioning
At Vivid Smiles Orthodontics, we take a highly coordinated approach to surgical cases. Dr. Singh collaborates closely with a trusted oral and maxillofacial surgeon to ensure every aspect of your treatment, from diagnosis to final result, is planned with precision.
Here’s what you can expect with treatment:
- Orthodontic Preparation: Before surgery, braces or aligners are used to begin aligning the teeth so that the jaws can be repositioned properly during surgery.
- Surgical Phase: The procedure is performed by a skilled surgical partner, often in a hospital or surgical center.
- Post-Surgical Finishing: After healing, you’ll continue orthodontic treatment to fine-tune your bite and ensure long-term stability.
Our team is with you every step of the way — providing education, encouragement, and expert support. Jaw surgery may sound intimidating, but in the right hands, it can lead to life-changing improvements in function, comfort, and appearance.
Retainers
Completing your braces or Invisalign treatment is an exciting milestone, but keeping your new smile in place requires ongoing care. That’s where retainers come in.
Retainers are essential because teeth naturally want to shift back toward their original positions over time, especially in the months following active treatment. This movement is a normal part of your body’s response to orthodontic changes, but it can undo your hard-earned results if not managed properly.
Wearing your retainers as prescribed is the only way to:
- Maintain your results long term
- Prevent relapse or shifting teeth
- Protect your bite alignment and jaw stability
- Ensure your investment in treatment lasts a lifetime
At Vivid Smiles Orthodontics, we’ll guide you through the retention phase with clear instructions and regular follow-ups. We make sure you understand when and how to wear your retainers and provide personalized support to help you stay consistent.
And because life happens, we also offer in-house 3D printing to quickly replace lost or damaged retainers, so you never miss a beat in protecting your smile.
