Orthognathic Surgery
Surgically Correct Bite Problems, Jaw Pain, and More
Orthognathic surgery is a procedure performed for patients whose jaws do not meet correctly, which creates an improper bite and misalignment of the jaws. The orthodontist will need to work with an oral surgeon to correct the bite with orthognathic surgery. While the goal of orthognathic surgery is to correct the functional problem with the jaw, this procedure also results in improved aesthetics and facial proportions.
Dr. Lieblick and Dr. Rehrer have received extensive training in identifying jaw problems and performing life-changing surgery that greatly improves our patients’ quality of life. At Beacon Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons in Gresham, The Dalles, Milwaukie, OR, and Camas, WA, we design a custom treatment plan for every patient.
Benefits of Jaw Surgery
Corrective Jaw Surgery produces lifelong results that enable you to eat and speak without pain and with a properly aligned bite. Additionally, jaw surgery offers these benefits:
- Improved chewing, speech, and respiratory function
- Enhanced facial harmony, balance, and aesthetic appearance
- Correct bite problems and misalignment of the dental arches
The oral surgeons and staff at Beacon Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons are uniquely trained and qualified at performing corrective jaw surgery and thoroughly enjoy seeing the positive transformations that result from orthognathic treatment. Patients will undergo general anesthesia for this procedure, though we offer many anesthesia and sedation options for any other type of surgical procedure.
Do I Need Corrective Jaw Surgery?
Misaligned jaws can cause a number of problems inside the mouth and to the facial structure, including:
- The inability to properly chew and grind food
- Digestive problems
- Dental crowding
- Poor oral hygiene
- Increased risk of dental caries and periodontal disease
- Shorter tooth lifespan
- Snoring and sleep apnea
- The inability to fully close the lips
- Heavy breathing
- Impaired speech function
- Poor facial aesthetics
Many of these problems can have serious consequences to the overall health of the mouth and face. Therefore, it is very important to ensure that irregularities of the jaw are diagnosed and treated early to temper the risks of this condition. If you think that you may be a candidate or your orthodontist has recommended corrective jaw surgery, we encourage you to contact our office for an initial consultation. Dr. Lieblick and Dr. Rehrer have undergone extensive surgical training that makes them uniquely qualified to examine and treat oral and facial irregularities.
The Orthognathic Surgery Process
When you choose to undergo orthognathic surgery, your orthodontist will prepare your teeth with braces before the procedure. Beforehand, you will meet with Dr. Lieblick or Dr. Rehrer, who will examine your jaws and take detailed 3D scans of your facial structures. Patients undergo general anesthesia during this procedure, which allows them to sleep throughout the surgery.
During surgery, your oral surgeon will reposition the jaws and secure them in place. After surgery but before removing your braces, your orthodontist will make any small, fine corrections needed to finish correcting the bite.
Jaw surgery may be right for you if your jaw misalignment cannot be corrected with orthodontics or other nonsurgical treatments. Contact one of our offices in Gresham, OR, Camas, WA, Milwaukie, OR, or The Dalles, OR, if you would like to learn more about how orthognathic surgery can benefit you.
Types of Anesthesia
We offer several options for anesthesia to make your experience as comfortable as possible.
Patient Testimonials
Hear from our patients about their experiences with Orthognathic Surgery and other procedures.
"Hi, my name is Carolyn. I’m from Lake Oswego, Oregon. [I] brought my 17-year-old son in to have his wisdom teeth removed with Dr. Lieblick. I would say one of the things that I noticed that stood out to me the most was the energy level. Coming in—great energy, felt very comfortable. The staff was really friendly. They were very welcoming. Dr. Lieblick has a very relaxed mannerism about him. He was very thorough in explaining everything that was going to happen. We left the patient consult feeling very comfortable and much more at ease than we did walking in the front door. For my friends and family in Milwaukie and in The Dalles, I highly recommend Beacon Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons."
"Hi, my name is Claudia and I’m from Fairview. I came to see Dr. Lieblick to get my wisdom teeth removed. Dr. Lieblick was very knowledgeable. He explained everything to me very well. I felt like I understood what was going to happen in the procedure, and he was very comforting as well. The staff here is really friendly. They make you feel really comfortable. From beginning to end, everyone was really nice—[a] calm setting. It was great. Overall my experience was really positive at Beacon. I highly recommend Beacon Oral Surgeons. "
"Hi, my name is Alex, and this is Connor, and we’re from Vancouver, WA, and we came to see Dr. Rehrer for Connor’s cyst removal. The office is very nice and clean. The staff is very warm and welcoming. Dr. Rehrer is very smart, which is important. Kind, patient. The procedure was actually pretty quick and easy. It went really well. Dr. Rehrer even personally called me himself after the procedure just to make sure Connor was doing great. We had a great experience, and we highly recommend Beacon Oral Surgeons."
"Hi, I’m Michael from Vancouver, WA, and I came to see Dr. Lieblick for a dental prep. The office staff is very accommodating. They are very helpful in keeping you relaxed. Dr. Lieblick is very unobtrusive. He comes in and he fits in with what you’re doing. He could very well be my best friend. The procedure did go well. It was done before I knew it was done, and when he stood up and said he was done I was shocked. For my friends and family in Vancouver and Camas, Washington, I highly recommend Beacon Oral Surgeons. Definitely five-star quality."
"Hi, my name is Liz, and I live in Vancouver. I came to see Dr. Lieblick for a dental implant. The staff here is very welcoming. From the moment you walk in, they greet you, they make you feel like you’re at home. Dr. Lieblick was great. I came in, the procedure was over before I even knew it started. Dr. Lieblick was very professional and friendly, he put my nerves at ease. The videos that were sent via text messages were very helpful. I knew what to do that evening, the evening before. I felt like I was in safe hands, and they sent me [a] beautiful bouquet of flowers. Out of five stars, I gave Dr. Lieblick five stars!"
"Hi, My name is Mo. I’m from Vancouver, Washington. I came to see Dr. Rehrer for a dental implant and a biopsy. I loved coming to this office. Just the physical appearance, the bright colors—it’s just a lovely place to come to. The staff here is exceptional. Every single one of them are personable, welcoming, [and] knowledgeable, because I always have a lot of questions about anything I’m going to do. Dr. Rehrer is a great oral surgeon. He is very personable and [will] answer all your questions and make you feel totally comfortable. The overall experience was very positive, and very successful. For all my friends and family in Vancouver, Washington, and Portland, Oregon, I would highly recommend Beacon Oral Surgeons."
"Hi! My name is Rita, and I came from Long View, Washington to see Dr. Leiblick about an implant. Dr. Leiblick is so empathetic. He just cares about you. Not just as a patient, but as a person, and he’s very calming. The staff was amazing! They just make you feel so comfortable and they’re just so friendly. I was very comfortable throughout the whole procedure. My implants feel great. I had a great experience and I highly recommend Dr. Leiblick."
"Hi, my name is Sue, and I live in Ridgefield, Washington, and I came to see Dr. Rehrer for an extraction and a dental implant. I would describe the office as extremely friendly. The staff is very calming. Dr. Rehrer is very thorough and detailed. He fully explains my treatment plan, and answered all of my questions. The procedure went very well. My crown is on and everything is perfect. My experience here was very positive. I would definitely recommend Dr. Rehrer to anybody needing any kind of procedure done. Out of five stars, I give Dr. Rehrer a five."
"Hi, my name is Willy, and I came to see Dr. Rehrer to get my wisdom teeth removed. The staff here is very friendly, very knowledgeable, and they treat you like they've known you for a long time. They go over everything very precisely and answer all your questions. Dr. Rehrer's a very great guy, was very nice, and he explained everything, so it was easy for me to understand. The whole procedure was very simple and quick. Overall, I had a great experience and I highly recommend Beacon Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons."
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