Orthognathic surgery and veneers: Can I have my surgery if I have dental veneers?

If you are considering orthognathic surgery, you may wonder if you can do it if you already have veneers. The short answer is yes, but it is important to keep some important considerations in mind. If you don't already have dental veneers, you may want to consider getting them after orthognathic surgery. Orthognathic surgery mobilizes...

In sports, seemingly insignificant factors can make the difference between success and mediocrity. The ability to breathe efficiently is essential for athletes, as adequate oxygenation of the body is essential to maintain optimal performance. In this sense, orthognathic surgery stands out: By correcting problems such as sleep apnea or airway obstruction, this surgery can dramatically...

The term orthofacial surgery appears more and more in the specialized media in maxillofacial surgery, but what exactly is it? Although we are in a moment of transition in which both terms can be used indiscriminately to refer to the same procedure, it is necessary to explain each of them in depth: Orthognathic surgery has...

Relapse is a fear commonly expressed by patients who undergo any surgery. In the case of orthognathic surgery, there are mainly two types: 1- Dental relapse, when there is a change in the position of the teeth after surgery — this type of recurrence is the most common. 2- Skeletal relapse, when there is a...