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Aesthetic Jaw Surgery

Aesthetic Jaw Surgery

With the selfie pandemic and social media invasion, more and more people demand aesthetic improvements every day and jaws are the keystones for an attractive appearance.

We are able to correct the patient’s dental discrepancies and improve facial aesthetics in Istanbul.

In most cases, patients also need orthodontic treatment, so the surgeon and the orthodontist make the dental operation program together at Istanbul Dental Clinics.

What is Aesthetic Jaw Surgery​?

Aesthetic jaw (orthognathic) surgery is a life-changing procedure for patients and entails moving the bones of the upper or lower jaw. 

We, namely Istanbul Dental Clinics, can lengthen or shorten, move up or down, in or out the jaws and provide a more harmonious bite and facial appearance. So, when you ask if aesthetic jaw surgery changes your appearance, the answer is an absolute yes.

Aesthetic jaw surgery is a corrective procedure to improve the proportions of the skeletal jawbone(s) in adults.

This jaw surgery operation is usually done for bad bites, jaw bone abnormalities, and severe forms of skeletal malocclusions (abnormal bite patterns) that cannot be camouflaged with braces alone.

Is it worth doing aesthetic jaw surgery?


A jaw or orthognathic surgery can help alleviate various functional dental issues and facial and dental deformities and dramatically improve the cosmetic appearance of both your teeth and jaws.

Who needs aesthetic jaw surgery?

People who can benefit from aesthetic jaw surgery include those with an improper bite or jaws that are positioned incorrectly. Jaw growth is a gradual process and in some instances, the upper and lower jaws may grow at different rates. The result can be a host of problems that can affect chewing function, speech, long-term oral health, and appearance. Injury to the jaw and birth defects can also affect jaw alignment. Orthodontics alone can correct bite problems when only the teeth are involved.

Aesthetic jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery) may be required for the jaws when repositioning is necessary.

Is it worth doing aesthetic jaw surgery?

A jaw or orthognathic surgery can help alleviate various functional dental issues and facial and dental deformities and dramatically improve the cosmetic appearance of both your teeth and jaws.

So, what is the benefit of aesthetic jaw surgery?

  • Pain Relief
  • A Better Bite
  • Reduced Wear.
    If your teeth aren’t aligned, it creates a necessity to work twice to function properly and because of this issue, it can lead to unnecessary wear and tear sometimes.
  • Proper Pronunciation
  • Better Sleep (means better overall health). Sleeping is very important for health and sleep apnea can cause some problems like being moody, high blood pressure, concentration difficulty, depression, and obesity.
  • Enhanced appearance

How do I know if I need aesthetic jaw surgery?

For a certain oral surgeries like aesthetic jaw surgery, the patient should not decide on his/her own. It is highly recommended to consult an orthodontist to understand and consider cosmetic or restorative dental services as a part of your dental treatment.

Depending on the severity of your case and the alignment of your jaw, you may or may not need surgery. But before asking an orthodontist you may consider if you have or you have not dysfunctions listed below:

  • Open bite very protruded protruding jaw, or receding chin
  • Vertical Maxillary Excess* resulting in a gummy smile
  • Congenital defects such as a cleft palate
  • Malocclusions (bite problems) resulting from underbites or severe overbites and slanted bite or jaw
  • Obstructive sleep apnea, when more conservative methods fail
  • Difficulty swallowing, chewing or biting food
  • Chronic jaw or jaw joint (TMJ) pain and headache
  • Unbalanced facial appearance from the front or side
  • Inability to make the lips meet without straining, birth defects
  • Chronic mouth breathing and dry mouth
  • Excessive wear of your teeth
  • Facial trauma and/or fractures
  • Teeth that don’t come together properly

If you suffer from any of the symptoms/dysfunctions mentioned above, and you think you are suffering from jaw problems, contact our clinic today . Our surgeons are experienced experts in a wide scope of different jaw treatments and our team will gladly answer your questions before you decide to go further.

* Vertical maxillary excess (VME) may be defined as excessive maxillary development in the vertical plane. Patients with VME (also known as the long face syndrome) tend to exhibit a predominantly vertical facial growth pattern, sometimes termed a tall face deformity.

How long does it take to look normal after aesthetic jaw surgery?

You can return to work, or school when you feel ready but most doctors recommend patients take two weeks off following their oral surgery. Recovery time for orthognathic surgery is 6 to 8 weeks for the initial healing of your jaw. Complete jaw healing takes up to three months 8 to 12 weeks (for full bony healing).

You will feel tired after aesthetic jaw surgery, but with good nutrition and rest your energy level should return to normal. That’s why caring about yourself is more important than a normal day in the life, you can get the benefit of these recovery steps:

  • Prefer easy-to-chew foods or drinkable meals. Depending on the type and/or scope of jaw surgery performed, it may be recommended to follow a liquid diet for a short period of time. This will reduce the movement of your jaw and the pressure on it and also it will minimize the pain.There is no need to be too cautious, it is only about being self-aware and you are only asked to be more careful. That’s it. After fluid meals, you can go for easy-to-chew foods like yogurt, mashed potatoes, ground poultry, and scrambled eggs. Examples can be multiplied.
  • After oral surgery, we recommend that you sleep with your head and shoulders propped up above your heart level. Add an extra pillow or two to your bed or to the place where you will be resting. If you have a recliner, this is also an excellent way to keep your head elevated.
  • Keep pain under control. There will be our prescribed medication to help keep your pain under control, but we also recommend applying a warm compress to your face to soothe any discomfort. Regular application of heat not only reduces pain but may also decrease swelling.
  • Take care of your lips. There can be an unfortunate event like chapped lips, so keep a lip balm where it is easy to reach.
  • Do not rush but just give yourself the recovery time you need.

Aesthetic jaw surgery is a corrective procedure to improve the proportions of the skeletal jawbone(s) in adults.

The operation takes between 2-3.5 hours depending on the type of surgery. Patients stay in the hospital for one or two days.

At the end of the first week, most of the swelling will have dissolved. All swelling will be gone 4 weeks after the surgery.

A jaw or orthognathic surgery can help alleviate various functional dental issues and facial and dental deformities and dramatically improve the cosmetic appearance of both your teeth and jaws.

Aesthetic jaw surgery is not as painful as you fear or as it sounds. You will be under general anesthetic during the procedure, so you feel numb in the area during the surgery. And if you follow the correct recovery steps we address below you, you will recover in as little discomfort as possible.

But of course, it is better to be careful. Getting back to normal in your daily life step by step is the most convenient way of preventing the pain and discomfort that you fear. Driving, bending, or lifting may dislodge the blood clots causing bleeding. Thus we recommend that you gradually progress the intensity of your movement. As much as possible, limit how you talk, eat and drink for the first day after your oral surgery.

Aesthetic Services at Istanbul Dental Clinics
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Hollywood Smile in Istanbul

Veneers can correct crooked and uneven teeth immediately once you step out of the clinic.

Orthodontic treatment
Dental Veneers

Veneers can correct crooked and uneven teeth immediately once you step out of the clinic.

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Teeth Whitening

Professional teeth whitening can be a correct treatment to have a beautiful smile.

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Crown & Bridge Treatment

The crown or bridge is made of porcelain, the state of the art dental material in the 21st century.

Dental veneers in Istanbul
Dental Implants

Dental implant surgery is a procedure that replaces tooth roots with titanium, screwlike posts.

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Aesthetic Jaw Surgery

We are able to correct the patient’s dental discrepancies and improve facial aesthetics in Istanbul.

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Orthodontic Treatment

If you are not happy with the way your teeth look or work, orthodontic treatment may help.

We, as Istanbul Dental Clinics, can lengthen or shorten, move up or down, in or out the jaws and provide a more harmonious bite and facial appearance. So, when you ask if aesthetic jaw surgery changes your appearance, the answer is an absolute yes.

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Conclusion

Thank you for considering our dental clinic in Istanbul for your smile makeover. We are proud to offer the best aesthetic jaw surgery in Turkey, using the latest techniques and technologies to ensure the highest level of safety and satisfaction.

Our skilled team of dentists will work with you to create a personalized smile design plan, taking into account your goals, budget, and overall oral health. If you’re ready to transform your smile and boost your confidence, we invite you to contact us to learn more about our aesthetic jaw surgery prices and available treatment options. Our team is dedicated to helping you achieve the smile of your dreams, only you have to do now is contact with us!

if you’re still not sure, the good news is we are here!

There is a high chance of you only being a few dentist visits away from a brand-new smile!

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