Two-jaw surgery
Three-jaw surgery
VIEW's three-jaw surgery combines two-jaw orthognathic surgery with protruding mouth correction, used when chin and mouth protrusion are both severe. It corrects the upper jaw, lower jaw and gum position together, taking about 2 hours under general anaesthesia.
Who it suits
- Severe chin protrusion combined with mouth/gum protrusion
- Want upper jaw, lower jaw and gum correction in a single operation
- A complex bite problem that requires multi-angle analysis
Technique highlights
- Combines double-jaw surgery and mouth-protrusion correction in one operation
- Bite, bone shape, skin elasticity and nerve position are assessed comprehensively before surgery
- Bone-specific ultrasonic cutting tools improve precision and reduce bleeding
- 3D-CT and Morpheus 3D diagnostics support an individualised surgical plan
Surgical steps
- Four molars (upper and lower) are extracted before the protruding gum-bone segment is cut
- Protruding teeth and gum tissue are moved back into a normal position
- The upper jaw is repositioned and rotated for correct bite, then the lower jaw is adjusted to match
- Bones are firmly fixed to prevent movement after surgery
Recovery & aftercare
- About 2 days of initial recovery
- Sutures removed and progress checked over the first 2 weeks, with laser therapy and RF/ultrasound for swelling
- Eat soft food for the first 1-2 weeks; spicy, salty or hard food should wait at least 1 month
- Return to low-exertion daily activities within about 3-4 weeks
Risks & things to consider
- This is more complex than standard jaw surgery and requires a highly experienced specialist
- Recovery and the return to normal life take longer than single-jaw surgery
- Circulation issues, infection or inflammation are possible complications, and results vary by individual
Frequently asked questions
When can I eat after three-jaw surgery?
Soft food can be eaten during the first 1-2 weeks, while spicy, salty or hard food should wait until about 1 month after surgery.
When can I return to my daily routine?
Generally, low-exertion activities such as returning to work are possible about 3-4 weeks after surgery; light indoor movement is possible after 8-12 hours, with a wound and progress check at week 2.
How is three-jaw surgery different from standard two-jaw surgery?
Three-jaw surgery combines standard two-jaw surgery with protruding-mouth correction in one operation, for patients with both severe chin and mouth protrusion; it takes longer to perform and recover from than single two-jaw surgery.
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Source: th.viewplasticsurgery.com