Corrective Jaw Surgery / Orthognathic Surgery in Norwalk, CT
When the bite problem involves the jaws, not only the teeth.
Evaluation and coordinated planning for jaw discrepancies with board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon Dr. Sung Han and orthodontist Dr. May Kim.
Serving patients in Norwalk and throughout Fairfield County.
Evaluated by a Board-Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Sung Han, DMD
Board-Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Orthognathic (corrective jaw) surgery is part of Dr. Han’s broader surgical practice. He evaluates jaw discrepancies together with the treating orthodontist and explains whether surgery is likely to help.
Meet Dr. HanWhen the Jaws, Not the Teeth, Are the Issue
Some bite problems result from a difference in jaw size, position or growth that cannot be corrected by moving the teeth alone. In those cases, orthodontics and jaw surgery may be planned together.
Situations That May Call for Jaw Surgery
Significant Underbite
The lower jaw sits well ahead of the upper jaw.
Significant Overbite or Jaw Discrepancy
The upper and lower jaws are notably mismatched in size or position.
Open Bite
The front teeth do not meet when the back teeth are together.
Facial or Skeletal Asymmetry
One side of the jaw has developed differently from the other.
Planned With Your Orthodontist
Jaw surgery cases need close coordination between the orthodontist and the oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Orthodontic treatment is often needed before and after surgery, depending on the case. Surgical Orthodontics explains how Dr. Kim and Dr. Han work together.
How Evaluation and Planning Work
Clinical Evaluation
An examination of the bite, jaws and facial balance, and a review of your history.
Records and Imaging
Orthodontic records and imaging, including 3D imaging when clinically appropriate.
Coordinated Plan
The orthodontist and surgeon agree on whether surgery is recommended and the order of treatment.
Jaw Surgery FAQ
Sometimes. Many bite problems are corrected with orthodontics alone. Surgery is considered only when the jaw relationship cannot be corrected by moving teeth.
This depends on the procedure and is discussed during planning.
Recovery varies from patient to patient and is discussed in detail before any decision is made.
Concerned About Your Bite or Jaw Alignment?
Book a consultation to talk through whether surgery is relevant for you.