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Jaw alignment surgery, also known as orthognathic surgery, is a type of corrective surgery performed to treat significant jaw and facial discrepancies. It is often used to correct problems related to the misalignment of the upper and lower jaws, which can affect a person's appearance, speech, chewing function, and overall oral health. This procedure is typically considered after other non-surgical treatment options have been exhausted or when the issues are severe and cannot be resolved with orthodontics alone. Here are some common conditions that may require jaw alignment surgery: Overbite: When the upper jaw protrudes significantly forward, leading to the upper front teeth overlapping the lower front teeth excessively. Underbite: When the lower jaw protrudes further forward than the upper jaw, causing the lower front teeth to sit in front of the upper front teeth. Crossbite: When the upper teeth sit inside the lower teeth instead of outside, causing an abnormal bite. Open bite: When the upper and lower front teeth do not meet when the mouth is closed. Jaw asymmetry: When there is a noticeable imbalance between the left and right sides of the jaw.

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