{"id":15785,"date":"2026-01-20T12:33:48","date_gmt":"2026-01-20T10:33:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/es\/?p=15785"},"modified":"2026-01-20T12:58:02","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T10:58:02","slug":"que-preguntas-hace-un-cirujano-maxilofacial-en-una-primera-visita-y-por-que","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/en\/2026\/01\/20\/what-questions-does-a-maxillofacial-surgeon-ask-during-a-first-consultation-and-why\/","title":{"rendered":"What questions does a maxillofacial surgeon ask during a first consultation (and why)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-right kksr-valign-top\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;right&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;15785&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;top&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Rate this post&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;0\\\/5 - (0 votes)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;30&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;What questions does a maxillofacial surgeon ask during a first consultation (and why)&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best} - ({count} {votes})&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 30px; height: 30px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 30px; height: 30px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 30px; height: 30px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 30px; height: 30px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 30px; height: 30px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 0px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 30px; height: 30px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 30px; height: 30px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 30px; height: 30px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 30px; height: 30px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 30px; height: 30px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                \n\n<div class=\"kksr-legend\" style=\"font-size: 24px;\">\n            <span class=\"kksr-muted\">Rate this post<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<p>The first consultation with a maxillofacial surgeon <strong>is not just an informational visit<\/strong>. It is a <strong>thorough clinical evaluation<\/strong> aimed at understanding the real origin of the problem, determining whether there is a surgical indication and, above all, <strong>deciding whether surgery is truly the best option<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h2><strong>Why questions are so important in maxillofacial surgery<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Maxillofacial surgery addresses <strong>bony structure<\/strong>, <strong>function<\/strong>, <strong>facial balance<\/strong> and <strong>long-term quality of life<\/strong>. For this reason, it is not enough to look at a radiograph or a bite: <strong>the full clinical context is essential<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h2><strong>Questions about the reason for consultation<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3>What concerns you the most right now?<\/h3>\n<p>This question helps prioritize symptoms and understand the patient\u2019s real expectations, which do not always match the medical diagnosis.<\/p>\n<h3>When did it start and how has it evolved?<\/h3>\n<p>The time factor is key to differentiating between <strong>growth-related problems<\/strong>, <strong>progressive alterations<\/strong> and <strong>acute conditions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-15789 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/iStock-2246687723-530x353.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"530\" height=\"353\" srcset=\"https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/iStock-2246687723-530x353.jpg 530w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/iStock-2246687723-1125x750.jpg 1125w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/iStock-2246687723-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/iStock-2246687723-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/iStock-2246687723-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/iStock-2246687723-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/iStock-2246687723-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/iStock-2246687723-125x83.jpg 125w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 530px) 100vw, 530px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Questions about function<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3>Do your teeth fit together properly? Does your bite feel correct?<\/h3>\n<p>A <strong>malocclusion<\/strong> may be behind <strong>dental wear<\/strong>, <strong>joint pain<\/strong> and <strong>muscle overload<\/strong>, even when the patient is not fully aware of it.<\/p>\n<h3>Do you have difficulty chewing or feel fatigue when eating?<\/h3>\n<p>Chewing fatigue often indicates <strong>real functional alterations<\/strong>, not just an aesthetic concern.<\/p>\n<h3>Do you breathe well through your nose? Do you snore?<\/h3>\n<p>These questions are essential to detect <strong>airway obstruction<\/strong> and assess the risk of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/en\/sleep-apnea\/what-is-sleep-apnoea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>sleep apnea<\/strong><\/a>, which is frequently related to a certain type of facial structure, such as mandibular hypoplasia (small jaw), mandibular retrusion (retracted jaw) or biretrusion (maxilla and mandible backwards).<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h2><strong>Questions about pain and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/en\/tratamiento\/oral-and-maxillofacial-surgery-temporomandibular-joint\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">temporomandibular joint (TMJ)<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3>Do you experience jaw pain, clicking or locking?<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Not all jaw pain has a surgical origin<\/strong>. Distinguishing between joint-related, muscular or functional pain is crucial to avoid unnecessary treatments.<\/p>\n<h3>Is the pain constant or does it appear at specific moments?<\/h3>\n<p>Pain patterns help the specialist determine whether the origin is <strong>structural<\/strong>, <strong>inflammatory<\/strong> or <strong>muscular<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-15788 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/iStock-1204743045-530x289.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"530\" height=\"289\" srcset=\"https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/iStock-1204743045-530x289.jpg 530w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/iStock-1204743045-1125x613.jpg 1125w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/iStock-1204743045-1536x836.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/iStock-1204743045-2048x1115.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/iStock-1204743045-200x109.jpg 200w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/iStock-1204743045-125x68.jpg 125w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 530px) 100vw, 530px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Questions about habits and medical history<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3>Do you clench or grind your teeth?<\/h3>\n<p>Bruxism <strong>is not a direct surgical indication<\/strong>, but it influences treatment planning and long-term prognosis.<\/p>\n<h3>Have you had orthodontic treatment before?<\/h3>\n<p>This information helps identify <strong>relapse<\/strong>, <strong>dental compensations<\/strong> and potential therapeutic limitations.<\/p>\n<h3>Have you had <a href=\"https:\/\/www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/en\/tratamiento\/oral-and-maxillofacial-surgery-facial-trauma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">trauma<\/a>, previous surgeries or relevant medical conditions?<\/h3>\n<p>Medical history affects the type of surgery, associated risks and postoperative recovery.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h2><strong>Questions about expectations<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3>What do you expect to achieve with treatment?<\/h3>\n<p>This question allows the surgeon to assess whether expectations are <strong>realistic<\/strong> and aligned with an appropriate medical indication.<\/p>\n<h3>What concerns you most about the treatment or surgery?<\/h3>\n<p>Addressing fears and concerns from the beginning <strong>improves adherence<\/strong> and long-term outcomes. In addition, through our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/en\/psychological-support-unit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Psychological Support Unit<\/strong><\/a>, patients who require it, and their companions, will have psychological support from our specialist.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h2><strong>Why the surgeon asks about your daily life<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Aspects such as sleep quality, daily fatigue or the emotional impact of the condition are part of a <strong>global diagnosis<\/strong>, not just an anatomical assessment.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h2><strong>When the best decision is not to operate<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>A well-conducted first consultation also serves to <strong>rule out surgery<\/strong> and propose conservative treatments. Knowing when not to operate is a clear sign of <strong>clinical judgment and experience<\/strong>. If the specialist feels that they will not be able to help you, they will tell you this clearly from the first visit.<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<blockquote>\n<h2><strong>Frequently asked questions (FAQ)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3>Does every first consultation end with surgery?<\/h3>\n<p>No. Many consultations conclude with conservative recommendations or follow-up without surgical intervention.<\/p>\n<h3>Is it normal for the surgeon to ask so many questions?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. The more questions are asked, <strong>the more accurate and safe<\/strong> the diagnosis will be.<\/p>\n<h3>Is surgery decided during the first consultation?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, once we have your photographs, cranial scan, and you&#8217;ve completed the consultation with the specialist,<strong> we can provide you with your diagnosis and treatment plan at the end of your first visit.<\/strong> This will allow you to make your decision calmly and\/or begin discussing options with your orthodontist.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>As you can see, the questions a maxillofacial surgeon asks during a first consultation <strong>are not random<\/strong>. Good treatment always begins with <strong>listening, analyzing and deciding with sound medical judgment<\/strong>\u00a0about the best treatment options for each case. To schedule your first appointment with us, call at +34 933933185 or email atencionpaciente@institutomaxilofacial.com from Spain or international@institutomaxilofacial.com from any other country.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Related Content<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/en\/2025\/09\/16\/what-are-the-risks-of-orthognathic-surgery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What are the risks of orthognathic surgery?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/en\/2025\/01\/16\/orthognathic-surgery-is-there-a-minimum-or-maximum-age\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Orthognathic Surgery: Is there a minimum or maximum age?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Video:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/en\/experto\/advantages-of-minimally-invasive-surgery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Advantages of Minimally Invasive Surgery<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Video:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/en\/experto\/placas-customizadas-en-cirugia-ortognatica\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Customized plates in orthognathic surgery<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The first consultation with a maxillofacial surgeon is not just an informational visit. 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