Jaw Correction (Orthognathic)
Orthognathic jaw surgery in Turkey corrects real bite and facial imbalance — major surgery, not a quick cosmetic fix.
- Od
- 4000 €
- Typowy pobyt
- 5-8 days
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Jaw correction, or orthognathic surgery, realigns the upper jaw, lower jaw, or both to fix a bite that braces alone cannot correct. Unlike the cosmetic treatments elsewhere on this site, this is genuine maxillofacial surgery — performed in a hospital, under general anaesthetic, by a specialist surgeon. It can be transformative for function and facial balance, but it is a serious medical undertaking that deserves the fullest honesty about what it involves.
What orthognathic surgery is
The surgery repositions the jaw bones and fixes them in their new place with small titanium plates and screws, working from inside the mouth so there are usually no external scars. It is used for significant underbites, overbites, open bites, facial asymmetry, and jaw problems that affect chewing, speech, or breathing. Crucially, it is almost always part of a combined plan with orthodontics — braces before and after surgery — that spans many months.
The main types of jaw surgery
| Procedure | What it treats | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Upper jaw (Le Fort I) | Overbite, open bite, midface issues | Repositions the upper jaw |
| Lower jaw (BSSO) | Underbite, receding chin, protrusion | Repositions the lower jaw |
| Bimaxillary (double jaw) | Complex or combined imbalance | Both jaws in one operation |
| Genioplasty | Chin shape and projection | Often added to refine the profile |
The surgeon selects the approach from 3D imaging and a combined orthodontic plan.
Who is a suitable candidate
- People with a skeletal jaw discrepancy that braces alone cannot fix
- Those with functional problems — difficulty chewing, biting, speaking, or breathing
- Patients who have finished facial growth (usually late teens onward)
- People in good general health, fit for general anaesthesia
- Those prepared for a months-long process of pre- and post-surgical orthodontics
How the treatment works, step by step
Pre-surgical orthodontics
Braces align the teeth over roughly 6–18 months before surgery, often done closer to home.
Planning and imaging
3D scans and surgical simulation map exactly how the jaws will be repositioned.
The operation
Under general anaesthetic in hospital, the jaw is cut, moved, and fixed with plates and screws from inside the mouth.
Hospital stay
You stay in hospital for 1–3 nights for monitoring, pain control, and early recovery.
Post-surgical orthodontics
Braces continue to fine-tune the bite for months after surgery until the result is settled.
Recovery — the honest picture
Days 1–3
Hospital and immediate recovery
Significant swelling, bruising, and a liquid-only diet. Numbness of the lips and chin is expected.
Week 1–2
Early healing
Swelling peaks then eases. You remain on soft or liquid foods and rest; this is not a sightseeing trip.
Week 6
Bone stabilising
Jaw bones knit; most people return to normal activities, though chewing is still building back.
Months 3–12
Full recovery
Swelling fully resolves and any temporary numbness gradually improves — though some can be long-lasting.
Results and how long they last
When planned and performed well, orthognathic surgery gives permanent correction of the bite and a lasting improvement in facial balance, chewing, and often breathing. The bones heal in their new position and do not shift back. The trade-off is the intensity of the journey: this is not cosmetic tweaking but reconstructive surgery, and the result depends on both a skilled surgeon and disciplined orthodontic follow-up.
Cost in Turkey and what's included
| Item | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Single-jaw surgery | €4,000–€6,000 |
| Double-jaw (bimaxillary) surgery | €6,000–€9,000 |
| Genioplasty (chin), added | €1,000–€2,000 |
| Hospital, anaesthesia, plates/screws | Usually included — confirm |
| Orthodontics (before and after) | Usually separate — budget for it |
Turkey is cheaper because of lower hospital, surgical, and living costs, not lower standards — but confirm exactly what the quote covers.
€4,000
From, single-jaw surgery
1–3 nights
Typical hospital stay
5–8 days
Minimum stay in Turkey
Choosing a clinic safely
- Confirm the surgeon is a qualified maxillofacial specialist, not a general dentist
- Check the operation is done in a licensed hospital with proper anaesthesia and intensive-care backup
- Ask exactly what the quote includes and, crucially, who manages the orthodontics and complications
- Insist on a clear plan for post-operative follow-up once you return home
- Be wary of any clinic offering surgery without a full pre-surgical orthodontic phase or 3D planning
This is major surgery with real risks — treat it that way
Orthognathic surgery carries genuine risks including infection, bleeding, and temporary or occasionally permanent numbness of the lip and chin from nerve involvement. Recovery abroad is demanding, and managing complications from another country is hard. Never choose a provider on price alone, and be extremely cautious of anyone presenting jaw surgery as a fast cosmetic procedure rather than the serious hospital operation it is.
Medical disclaimer
This page is general information, not personal medical advice. Whether orthognathic surgery is appropriate for you can only be decided by a maxillofacial surgeon and orthodontist after full clinical examination, imaging, and assessment of your general health.
Jaw surgery is life-changing when it is genuinely needed and properly planned — but it is real surgery, not a cosmetic shortcut. The right decision is built on a specialist team, honest risk discussion, and a follow-up plan you can actually keep.
— WhichClinic Medical Team
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