- Female
- 20 Years
- 14/08/2025
My lower jaw is slightly extended and the doctor recommended orthognathic surgery but started with braces first. Will I still need surgery if braces correct the issue and why do they use braces before surgery anyway?
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View allI have buck teeth or protruding upper teeth that make it hard to close my lips naturally, leading to mouth breathing, snoring, and bad breath. I don't want braces because they take too long and are painful. I've heard about smile treatment and jaw surgery can you give me an idea of the average cost for these options? I know prices vary by city and doctor, but a rough estimate would help me decide if I can afford it. I can only see doctors in Visakhapatnam or Hyderabad. Not self-treating, just trying to understand my options better. Attached a pic for reference though the clarity isn't great.
For correcting protruding teeth (also known as "buck teeth" or overbite), both "smile treatment" and jaw surgery are possible options, but they are not the same thing. Smile treatment typically refers to cosmetic dentistry, like veneers or orthodontics (braces), while jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery) is a more invasive procedure to reshape the jaw itself. The cost for each will vary greatly based on the complexity of the case and the clinic. Braces, even clear aligners, are generally less expensive than jaw surgery.
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Is it possible to fix a class 3 underbite with just braces at 25 years old without surgery in India? I've heard mixed opinions and want to know if braces alone can work for adults like me
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My lower jaw sticks out and I'm worried about it is this something that needs major surgery or can it be fixed with a minor procedure? What are my treatment options?
A protruding lower jaw, or prognathism, can be corrected through various treatments, ranging from minor procedures to major surgery, depending on the severity of the issue. Orthodontics like braces or appliances can address mild to moderate cases. More severe cases, where the jawbone itself is misaligned, typically require orthognathic surgery, also known as corrective jaw surgery, which involves repositioning the jawbones.
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