Surgical Orthodontics

ORTHODONTIC SURGERY FULLERTON, CA

Similar to how orthodontics repositions teeth, surgical orthodontics (also known as orthognathic surgery) corrects severe jaw irregularities such as bad bites, bone abnormalities, or malocclusion. Surgical orthodontics helps straighten out the jaw which improves the patient’s ability to chew, speak, breath and their physical appearance. If you need surgical orthodontic treatment, your orthodontist will work with an oral and maxillofacial surgeon to provide you with the best possible care.


WHEN MIGHT SURGICAL ORTHODONTICS BE NEEDED?

Surgical orthodontic treatment will be considered for adult patients who have finished growing and have improper bites or facial aesthetic concerns. Jaw growth is typically complete by age sixteen in females and eighteen in males. All growth must be finished before orthognathic surgery is an option. After orthodontic surgery aligns the jaw, braces will be applied to help reposition the teeth.


HOW DOES JAW SURGERY WORK?

The surgery is performed in a hospital by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Orthognathic surgery can take several hours depending on the severity of each individual case. When the surgery is complete, you will have about two weeks to rest and recover. After 4-8 weeks of healing time, your orthodontist will make slight adjustments to perfect your bite. Most braces are removed within six to twelve months following orthognathic surgery. After braces are removed, a retainer will be fitted to help your teeth maintain their new positions.


WHAT ARE THE RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH ORTHOGNATHIC SURGERY?

Just like any major surgery, there may be risks of undergoing orthognathic surgery. However, the orthognathic surgical process is not new and has been performed in hospitals for many years. If you have concerns about your upcoming orthognathic surgery, please contact us and let us know. Your comfort is important to us and we are happy to answer any questions you may have. Please contact us to schedule an appointment for an orthodontic evaluation Fullerton Orthodontics & Children's Dentistry
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Our experience with Dr. Majd and the entire staff at Fullerton Orthodontics has been amazing. None of kids ever fear going to the orthodontist anymore! Dr Majd is so gentle, respectful, patient, and kind with her patients and her results are remarkable.
The office staff are so welcoming and helpful. We HIGHLY recommend Fullerton Orthodontics.
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Ryan Peterson
We love Fullerton Orthodontics! The staff is very personable and the quality of service is great! Would highly recommend!
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Stacey Duncan
I have been here at this orthodontics for over 3-4 years and I have loved it! Dr. Majd is so kind and helpful when it comes to your treatment! The staff is always so friendly! Definitely recommend!
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janette
Dr. Nooshin is very attentive to her patients and her team as well. My daughter received very good care throughout her treatment.
We recommended 100% their services.
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Maria Gutierrez
I'm so happy for choosing Dr. Majd as my orthodontist, she is so caring and professional. I had gone to see a few orthodontist and I didn't felt comfortable with any of them until I meet Dr. Majd I knew she was the one. My case was not easy at all but I couldn't be more happy with the results. I really recommend her and her lovely staff they have excellent skills and wonderful attitude. Thank you so much for my beautiful smile !!!
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Ruth J
They were friendly, helpful, the Doctor explained every step. Nice place also it got busy but they still acted professional I could see the doctor is passionate about her job.
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Damaris Ramirez
Dr. Majd is on of the best Orthodontists in the Fullerton area. My drive was 25 minutes and it was worth it. She is cheerful, friendly, and kind. I would especially choose her for a child's care if he or she is a bit timid about going to the dentist in general. I highly recommend her and this office.
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Lois Pecora
I absolutely love this place! I have always hated going to the dentist because I don have a nice smile and could never afford braces. I thought my teeth were too far gone for Invisalign! I was wrong! The entire staff and doctors were so unbelievably nice and working hard and pushing my smile to be better by the time I get married in 2 months! You can tell the moment that you walk through the door that they care and you’ll be taken of
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Veronica Luna
The children’s dentist is always super gentle and explains everything in detail to my son and myself. Always a clean office and very professional when it comes to appointment making. My son is no longer scared of the dentist and loves the prize he gets every time he is done which is usually a balloon and a small toy. Thanks guys keep up the great work.
P.s. the dentist assistants are always super sweet and helpful with my son as well
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Tereza Salgado
This was the second Orthodontics office that I visited and when I first came I knew it would be the one I'd choose to fix my not so great teeth (at the time). This really is a "Family" Orthodontics environment. The team is so nice and welcoming. Dr. Majd is just spectacular and I'm so glad I got to have her as my Orthodontist. She really cares about the results of your teeth and wants to make sure you're 100% satisfied. I love her for that! I'm almost at the tail end of my treatment and it went by quicker than expected thanks to Dr. Majd's instruction and her team's help. I live about 45 miles from here and I wouldn't change my place of treatment for anything. The commute is WORTH it. Thank you Dr. Majd and family for everything :)
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