Combined Double Jaw and Contouring Surgery: Understanding the Difference and When to Choose It
- Dr. Park
- Oct 22, 2024
- 3 min read
combined double jaw and contouring surgery. While this term may not be widely familiar, it refers to cases where both double jaw surgery and facial contouring surgery are performed together. In this post, we’ll explain the differences between these surgeries and guide you on when both might be necessary.
The Difference Between Double Jaw Surgery and Facial Contouring Surgery
Double jaw surgery adjusts the forward and backward position of the upper and lower jaws to correct facial asymmetry. It can also adjust the width of the face and the angle of the mandibular ramus (the vertical part of the lower jaw), but it cannot change the size of features like the square jaw, cheekbones, or chin.
On the other hand, facial contouring surgery focuses on refining the bone structure of the face, targeting areas like the cheekbones, jawline, and chin to improve facial contours.
Why Combine Double Jaw Surgery with Facial Contouring Surgery?
While double jaw surgery can reposition the jawbones, it may not fully correct size discrepancies or asymmetries in the square jaw or cheekbones. For instance, if a patient has asymmetry in the lower jaw, double jaw surgery can reposition the chin, but asymmetry in the jawline may remain. In such cases, combining double jaw surgery with square jaw surgery is beneficial, offering more comprehensive results with minimal additional physical stress on the patient.
How to Choose Between Double Jaw Surgery and Facial Contouring Surgery
Double jaw surgery is necessary for functional improvements and to correct severe facial asymmetry, though it comes with a longer recovery period and higher costs. On the other hand, facial contouring surgery has a shorter recovery time and is more cost-effective, but it has limitations in addressing problems like malocclusion (misaligned bite) or extreme facial asymmetry.
When Double Jaw Surgery is Necessary for Facial Asymmetry
Tilting of the Occlusal Plane and Chin Deviation: If the occlusal plane (the plane formed by the teeth) is tilted along with chin deviation, facial contouring surgery alone poses a higher risk of nerve damage with limited results. Double jaw surgery can safely reposition the jawbones, providing a more effective and safer solution for correcting facial asymmetry.
When Double Jaw Surgery is Necessary for Facial Asymmetry Square Jaw Asymmetry: Even if the occlusal plane is normal, if the square jaw is asymmetric, double jaw surgery is necessary to avoid nerve damage and to achieve a more balanced jawline.
When Double Jaw Surgery is Necessary for Facial Asymmetry
What Double Jaw Surgery Alone Cannot Correct
While double jaw surgery can reposition the jawbones, it cannot resolve asymmetries in the size of the cheekbones or square jaw. If there is a size discrepancy between the left and right sides of the face, facial contouring surgery will be required to achieve the desired results.
Before and After Results
Below is an example of a patient’s face 10 months before and after undergoing combined double jaw and contouring surgery, showing significant improvement in facial symmetry.
The Importance of Professional Consultation
Both double jaw surgery and facial contouring surgery offer distinct advantages. Although 3D digital technology can help predict surgical outcomes, the choice of surgery should depend on your unique condition and goals. A thorough consultation with an experienced specialist is crucial for deciding the best approach, taking into account recovery time, costs, and the type of surgery that will deliver the best results.
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