Abstract
Orthognathic surgery involves surgically altering the bony structure of the face to treat dento-facial deformities. Dento-facial anomalies result from either under- or overgrowth seen of the maxilla or mandible. Repositioning the facial skeleton can be performed through several well-described procedures. The overall objective of treatment is to achieve a normal class I stable occlusion and improved soft tissue aesthetics. Surgical techniques for three osteotomies discussed in this chapter include the Le Fort I type osteotomy, the bilateral sagittal split osteotomy of the mandible, and the osseous genioplasty, all of which will address most dento-facial deformities.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Tips and Tricks in Plastic Surgery |
Publisher | Springer International Publishing |
Pages | 487-509 |
Number of pages | 23 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9783030780289 |
ISBN (Print) | 9783030780272 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2021 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- General Medicine