Orthognathic (Jaw) Surgery Allentown PA

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Orthognathic surgery is needed when jaws don't meet correctly and/or teeth don't seem to fit with jaws. Teeth are straightened with orthodontics and corrective jaw surgery repositions misaligned jaws. This not only improves facial appearance, but also ensures that teeth meet correctly and function properly.

Who Needs Orthognathic Surgery?

People who can benefit from orthognathic 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. Orthognathic surgery may be required when the bite problem is severe due to excessive misalignment of the jaw and facial bones.

Difficulty in the following areas should be evaluated:

• difficulty in chewing, biting or swallowing
• speech problems
• chronic jaw pain
• open bite
• protruding jaw
• breathing problems
• cross bite

Any of these symptoms can exist at birth, be acquired after birth as a result of hereditary or environmental influences or as a result of trauma to the face. Before any treatment begins, a consultation will be held to perform a complete examination with x-rays. During the pre-treatment consultation process, feel free to ask any questions that you have regarding your treatment. When you are fully informed about the aspects of your care, you and your dental team will make the decision to proceed with treatment together.

Technology and Orthognathic Surgery

Dr. Dimmich uses modern computer techniques and three-dimensional models to show you exactly how your surgery will be approached. Using comprehensive facial X-rays and computer video imaging, we can show you how your bite and facial appearance will be improved after surgery. This helps you understand the surgical process and the extent of the treatment prescribed. Our goal is to help you understand the benefits of orthognathic surgery.

If you are a candidate for Corrective Jaw Surgery, Dr. Dimmich will work closely with your dentist and orthodontist during your treatment. The actual surgery can move your teeth and jaws into a new position that results in a more attractive, functional and healthy dental-facial relationship.

Please be aware that Dr. Dimmich is known for his excellence in this discipline of oral and maxillofacial surgery. This, combined with the fact that many surgeons no longer perform this difficult and time consuming surgery, has led to an ever increasing demand for Dr. Dimmich’s services. In order to give every case the time and attention it deserves, this may mean a slight delay until you can be scheduled for your initial evaluation.

 

Gregory Dimmich, DMD
1251 S. Cedar Crest Blvd. Suite #311
Allentown, PA 18103
Phone: 610-821-9588
Fax: 610-435-2902

Dr. Gregory W. Dimmich is serving the Lehigh Valley communities of Alton Park, Bethlehem, Lower Macungie Township, Minesite,
Emmaus, Dorneyville, Catasauqua, Slatington, Palmerton, Nazareth, and Salisbury Township

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