Overview:
Maxillofacial and jaw surgery addresses complex facial skeleton deformities, injuries, and developmental abnormalities. Dr. Vikas Choudhary, an expert maxillofacial surgeon in Udaipur, offers specialized surgical solutions combining function, aesthetics, and advanced techniques.
Who Needs This?
- Patients with facial trauma, broken jaws, or fractures
- Individuals with birth defects or facial asymmetry
- Those experiencing difficulty in chewing, breathing, or speaking due to jaw misalignment
- Patients requiring facial bone reconstruction after tumors, infections, or trauma
Goals of the Surgery:
- Restore facial symmetry and harmony
- Improve jaw alignment, bite function, and oral health
- Correct structural or congenital abnormalities
- Reconstruct defects after accidents or cancer removal
How It’s Done:
Maxillofacial surgery typically involves advanced planning with 3D CT scans, pre-surgical models, and multidisciplinary coordination (with orthodontists, dentists, etc.). Surgery is performed under general anesthesia and may include bone repositioning, fixation with plates/screws, and soft tissue repair.
Common Procedures Included:
- Bi-jaw Surgery
- Orthognathic Surgery (BSSO, LeFort)
- Facial Fracture Repair
- TMJ Disorder Correction
- Jaw Contouring
- Reconstruction post-trauma or tumor removal
FAQs:
Q: Will jaw surgery change my facial appearance?
Yes, it often improves facial aesthetics while also restoring function.
Q: What is the recovery time?
Initial healing occurs within 2–4 weeks; full recovery may take 3–6 months.
Q: Is it painful?
Post-operative discomfort is managed effectively with medications. Most patients tolerate it well.
Q: Will I need braces before or after surgery?
Yes, orthodontic treatment is often part of the complete plan.
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