Orthognathic surgery in Madrid: why patients choose the Maxillofacial Institute in Barcelona

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Orthognathic surgery in Madrid: why patients choose the Maxillofacial Institute in Barcelona

Orthognathic Surgery: A Key Decision for Your Health and Facial Aesthetics Orthognathic surgery is a complex procedure that requires highly specialized equipment and advanced digital planning. Although the Maxillofacial Institute does not have a clinic in Madrid, each year we welcome numerous patients from Madrid who choose the Maxillofacial Institute of Barcelona for one clear...

What are the risks of orthognathic surgery?

Orthognathic surgery is a surgical procedure that corrects abnormalities in the position of the maxilla and mandible, improving chewing and breathing function as well as facial aesthetics. It is a completely safe procedure when performed in specialized centers with an experienced surgical team, but like any major surgery, it carries some risks and potential complications...

CPAP vs. orthognathic surgery: Why CPAP doesn’t always work for sleep apnea treatment

CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) has been the first-line treatment for sleep apnea for years. However, more and more patients report difficulty adapting or limited benefits. Today, we'll analyze why CPAP doesn't work for everyone and what other solutions exist. What is CPAP and how does it work? CPAP is a device that, through a...

“Apnea Face”: Facial Signs That Help Detect Sleep Apnea

Obstructive sleep apnea is often related to a backward position of the lower jaw (retrognathia) or an underdeveloped upper jaw. This type of bone structure favors the collapse of the airway during sleep and also disrupts facial harmony, resulting in less defined profiles and a receding chin. In cases of obstructive sleep apnea, the lack...