Mandibular Osteotomy
Correction of Lower Jaw Position
Mandibular osteotomy (BSSO - Bilateral Sagittal Split Osteotomy) repositions the lower jaw to correct bite problems, improve facial balance, and address functional issues.
Types of Correction
Mandibular Advancement
Moving jaw forward for underdeveloped lower jaw
Mandibular Setback
Moving jaw backward for prognathism
Asymmetry Correction
Centering deviated jaw
Vertical Adjustment
Correcting jaw height discrepancies
Conditions Treated
Underbite
Overbite
Open bite
TMJ disorders
Sleep apnea
Facial asymmetry
Recovery Timeline
- • Hospital stay: 1-2 nights
- • Soft diet: 6-8 weeks
- • Return to work: 2-3 weeks
- • Final healing: 6-12 months