Orthodontics
Orthodontics for jaw surgery (양악교정)
Orthodontics before and after jaw surgery so the teeth meet correctly in the new position and the result stays stable — carried out by the orthodontist in the same hospital as the surgical team.
Who it suits
- Patients planning double jaw or mandibular surgery
- Patients whose bite must be settled after surgery
Technique highlights
- Surgeons and orthodontist plan together from the start
- Both orthodontics-first and surgery-first routes are available
Surgical steps
- Occlusal analysis and target tooth positions
- Pre-surgical alignment where required
- Post-surgical detailing until the bite settles
Recovery & aftercare
- The wafer is worn as planned until orthodontics resumes
Risks & things to consider
- Stopping orthodontics midway after surgery leaves the bite unsettled
Frequently asked questions
How long is the wafer worn?
EU states it is generally worn from surgery until orthodontics begins, sometimes for a further one to two months after that; from two weeks it can be removed, but should be worn except at mealtimes.
Playlist: Orthodontics
4 clips in this playlist from the hospital's official channel.
- Clear aligners vs Invisalign: pros and cons, part 2
- Clear aligners vs Invisalign: pros and cons, part 1
- Asking the director about extraction orthodontics
- Surgery-first or orthodontics-first?
Recommended clips
Other procedures in this area
Source: eudental.co.kr
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