Update on Orthognathic Surgery

From Volume 28, Issue 7, September 2001 | Pages 337-345

Authors

Jonathan R. Sandy

PhD, MOrth, FDS, FMedSci

Professor in Orthodontics, Division of Child Dental Health, University of Bristol Dental School, Bristol

Articles by Jonathan R. Sandy

Gordon H. Irvine

FRCS FDS

Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Westbury on Trym, Bristol

Articles by Gordon H. Irvine

Andy Leach

LOTA

Chief Technician Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Orthodontics, Southmead Hospital, Westbury on Trym, Bristol

Articles by Andy Leach

Abstract

This article gives an account of contemporary methods in orthognathic surgery, highlighting which patients are appropriate for such surgery. In order to make the case relevant, a single patient is tracked through her orthodontic treatment, surgery and final outcome.

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