Two Ways to Change Facial Balance (Non-surgical Double Jaw Surgery, Double Jaw Orthodontics, Double Jaw Surgery)

The Golden Facial Ratio That Suits Me

Difference Between Double Jaw Surgery and Double Jaw Orthodontics

Two Ways to Change Facial Balance

Everyone

is living a time that is already bright enough, right now?

Even so, if you are considering double jaw surgery or double jaw orthodontics,

it is probably because you want to make the balance and proportions of your face

a little more harmonious.

Facial balance goes beyond simple cosmetic concerns

and can affect your impression, confidence, and functional aspects as well.

That is why many people

wonder which method is right for them between double jaw surgery and double jaw orthodontics.

In this post,

we will understand the relationship between facial proportions and jaw structure,

and explain the difference between double jaw surgery and double jaw orthodontics

step by step.

✿Check Point✿ The Golden Facial Ratio

The ideal facial proportion is

generally known to be around 1 : 1 : 0.8!

If we divide this by facial areas,

upper face (forehead)

middle face (around the nose)

lower face (around the jaw)

The balance of these three areas is important.

If the middle face is too long,

it may make you look more mature or older than your actual age,

and if the lower face is long,

it may appear like a prognathic jaw, square jaw, or facial asymmetry.

In most cases where people consider double jaw surgery or double jaw orthodontics,

the issue begins with the length and balance of this lower face area.

✿Check Point✿ Is it Double Jaw Surgery or Double Jaw Orthodontics?

If the jaw looks long,

or there is a prognathic jaw, square jaw, or asymmetry,

many people first think of double jaw surgery.

But in reality,

there are cases where improvement is possible with non-surgical double jaw orthodontics alone.

So if you have this concern,

it is best to receive the following two specialized evaluations together.

Orthodontic specialist: double jaw orthodontic diagnosis

Oral and maxillofacial surgery specialist: double jaw surgery diagnosis

Only by comparing these two diagnoses together

can the correct treatment direction be determined.

In general, it is divided as follows.

If the skeletal problem is not severe: double jaw orthodontics

If the problem lies mainly in the jawbone itself: double jaw surgery

If both skeletal and dental alignment problems are present: double jaw surgery + double jaw orthodontics

In other words, the treatment method

depends on each person's skeletal structure and dental alignment.

✿Check Point✿ Non-surgical Double Jaw Orthodontics

In the following cases,

improvement may be possible with non-surgical double jaw orthodontics.

1. There is malocclusion

2. The jaw itself is not large or long

3. The cause of the facial concern is tooth alignment

In such cases,

without surgery on the skeletal structure itself,

improvement can be expected through orthodontic treatment alone.

Having malocclusion means

it may look like a prognathic jaw or facial asymmetry,

but in reality, it may have started as a problem with tooth alignment.

At that time, through non-surgical double jaw orthodontics,

you can expect improvements in

teeth alignment

bite correction

facial balance improvement

Non-surgical double jaw orthodontics

is not simply moving the teeth,

but a treatment that uses mini-screws to also induce changes in jaw position.

If surgery feels too burdensome,

but you want to improve both function and aesthetics,

non-surgical double jaw orthodontics can be a good option.

✿Check Point✿ When Double Jaw Surgery Is Needed

In the following cases,

double jaw surgery may be necessary.

1. There is a large difference in length between the maxilla and mandible

2. The jaw itself is large or long

3. The cause of the facial problem lies in the jawbone

In this case, if only orthodontic treatment is performed,

the teeth move but the skeletal structure remains unchanged,

so the prognathic jaw or asymmetry may become even more noticeable.

Also, because the teeth would need to be moved excessively,

problems such as damage to the alveolar bone may occur.

Therefore, when the skeletal problem is significant,

the jawbone position should be adjusted through double jaw surgery.

Double jaw surgery

aims to improve facial proportions,

restore bite function,

and improve jaw structure balance

at the same time.

✿Check Point✿ Why Surgery and Orthodontics Are Often Combined

In the following cases,

double jaw surgery and double jaw orthodontics are sometimes performed together.

1. There is malocclusion

2. There is a problem with the jawbone itself

3. Skeletal and dental alignment problems are present at the same time

If only double jaw surgery is performed in this situation,

the jawbone position changes,

but the bite may not align properly.

Therefore, to restore both aesthetics and function,

double jaw surgery and orthodontics are often performed together.

There are two treatment approaches.

Pre- and post-operative orthodontics

Pre- and post-operative orthodontics

is a method in which pre-surgical preparation orthodontics

and post-surgical finishing orthodontics are both performed.

Through pre-surgical orthodontics,

teeth alignment is organized,

temporomandibular joint position is adjusted,

and the accuracy of predicting surgical results is improved.

After surgery,

orthodontics is performed to fine-tune the bite.

Surgery first, then orthodontics

This method involves performing double jaw surgery first,

and then orthodontic treatment afterward.

The advantages of this method are

a shorter treatment period

and quicker confirmation of facial changes.

However, because the bite may be unstable until orthodontic treatment begins after surgery,

the choice depends on the patient's situation.

✿Check Point✿ Choosing What Is Right for My Golden Ratio

There is no single fixed way

to find the golden ratio of the face.

For some people, non-surgical double jaw orthodontics may be enough,

for others, surgery may be necessary,

and in some cases, both treatments must be performed together.

What matters is

not the method you want,

but the method that fits your facial structure.

The starting point is

an accurate diagnosis and a detailed treatment plan!

Through a precise analysis that considers both teeth and jaw structure,

it is important to determine the most suitable treatment direction.

Facial balance

can change your impression significantly even with small changes.

We hope you can create a natural and harmonious change

with the method that suits you best!

New smile

New beginning

New start

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