Orthognathic (Corrective Jaw) Surgery: Complete Guide to Procedure & Recovery
The upper and/or lower jaw is repositioned to correct bite problems and facial imbalance, planned with an orthodontist.
- Duration
- About 2–5 hours
- Anaesthesia
- General anaesthesia
- Hospital stay
- 2–3 days
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery surgeons for Orthognathic (Corrective Jaw) Surgery
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Orthognathic (Corrective Jaw) Surgery in India
Orthognathic (Corrective Jaw) Surgery is an oral & maxillofacial surgery procedure. It usually takes about 2–5 hours under general anaesthesia, and the typical hospital stay is 2–3 days.
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It is usually considered for severe bite problems not correctable by braces alone and jaw asymmetry. Only a doctor can confirm whether it is right for you after examination. Go Surgery lists 629 oral & maxillofacial surgery surgeons at 12,628 hospitals across 124 cities, including Ahmadnagar, Agra and Agartala. Whether health insurance covers Orthognathic (Corrective Jaw) Surgery depends on your policy and on why it is being done: insurers in India decide case by case, and waiting periods and sub-limits apply. Compare surgeons and request an appointment to discuss whether Orthognathic (Corrective Jaw) Surgery is right for you.
Orthognathic (Corrective Jaw) Surgery Surgeons by City
| City | Doctors Listed in This Speciality | Hospitals |
|---|---|---|
| Ahmadnagar | 30 | 270 |
| Agra | 28 | 366 |
| Agartala | 24 | 132 |
| Indore | 22 | 70 |
| Amravati | 21 | 351 |
| Kolkata | 21 | 545 |
| Ranchi | 21 | 154 |
| Jammu | 19 | 3 |
| Gorakhpur | 18 | 8 |
| Amritsar | 12 | 358 |
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| City | Doctors Listed in This Speciality | Hospitals |
|---|---|---|
| Bhiwandi | 12 | 0 |
| Delhi NCR | 12 | 743 |
| Sagar | 12 | 2 |
| Gwalior | 11 | 21 |
| Nashik | 11 | 82 |
| Pimpri-Chinchwad | 11 | 5 |
| Bareilly | 10 | 13 |
| Berhampore | 9 | 0 |
| Bharatpur | 9 | 2 |
| Bhopal | 9 | 90 |
| Chennai | 9 | 601 |
| Dehradun | 9 | 0 |
| Howrah | 9 | 14 |
| Kharagpur | 9 | 0 |
| Mumbai | 9 | 457 |
| Gondia | 8 | 2 |
| Kalyan | 8 | 0 |
| Haldwani | 7 | 0 |
| Hyderabad | 7 | 795 |
| Jamnagar | 7 | 5 |
| Salem | 7 | 23 |
| Shivaji_Nagar | 7 | 0 |
| Ankleshwar | 6 | 119 |
| Bangalore | 6 | 512 |
| Bathinda | 6 | 13 |
| Chandannagar | 6 | 0 |
| Hapur | 6 | 1 |
| Khandwa | 6 | 0 |
| Rampur | 6 | 1 |
| Aligarh | 5 | 273 |
| Pune | 5 | 329 |
| Shyamnagar | 5 | 0 |
| Alappuzha | 4 | 153 |
| Bikaner | 4 | 4 |
| Farrukhabad | 4 | 2 |
| Hubli | 4 | 7 |
| Kulti | 4 | 2 |
| Nizamabad | 4 | 11 |
| Rohtak | 4 | 12 |
| Bhagalpur | 3 | 32 |
| Bhilwara | 3 | 0 |
| Bilimora | 3 | 0 |
| Cherthala | 3 | 3 |
| Cuttack | 3 | 10 |
| Dehra Dun | 3 | 0 |
| Dhule | 3 | 0 |
| Dwarka | 3 | 0 |
| Eluru | 3 | 0 |
| Nagpur | 3 | 111 |
| Raipur | 3 | 46 |
| Rajahmundry | 3 | 5 |
| Yamunanagar | 3 | 9 |
| Yavatmal | 3 | 3 |
| Ajmer | 2 | 189 |
| Alwar | 2 | 181 |
| Anand | 2 | 212 |
| Anantapur | 2 | 231 |
| Arrah | 2 | 147 |
| Bhandara | 2 | 1 |
| Bundi | 2 | 0 |
| Chikkamagaluru | 2 | 0 |
| Churu | 2 | 0 |
| Dindigul | 2 | 1 |
| Gandhidham | 2 | 0 |
| Greater_Noida | 2 | 22 |
| Guwahati | 2 | 20 |
| Kamarhati | 2 | 0 |
| Karur | 2 | 2 |
| Kolhapur | 2 | 12 |
| Madurai | 2 | 35 |
| Meerut | 2 | 19 |
| Mehsana | 2 | 0 |
| Mysore | 2 | 29 |
| Pali | 2 | 2 |
| Pattanakkad | 2 | 0 |
| Shahjanpur | 2 | 0 |
| Ahmedabad | 1 | 701 |
| Ballari | 1 | 1 |
| Bhatpara | 1 | 0 |
| Bhubaneshwar | 1 | 0 |
| Bihar Sharif | 1 | 13 |
| Borivli | 1 | 0 |
| Chinsurah | 1 | 0 |
| Chittorgarh | 1 | 0 |
| Coimbatore | 1 | 90 |
| Darbhanga | 1 | 26 |
| Dombivli | 1 | 0 |
| Guntur | 1 | 23 |
| Hassan | 1 | 1 |
| Hindupur | 1 | 0 |
| Junagadh | 1 | 2 |
| Kalyani | 1 | 0 |
| Kanpur | 1 | 35 |
| Kolar | 1 | 1 |
| Malur | 1 | 0 |
| Mannanchery | 1 | 3 |
| Mararikulam | 1 | 3 |
| Mavelikara | 1 | 2 |
| Muhamma | 1 | 3 |
| Muzaffarnagar | 1 | 2 |
| Muzaffarpur | 1 | 4 |
| Nagercoil | 1 | 2 |
| Nanded | 1 | 8 |
| Navi_Mumbai | 1 | 133 |
| Nellore | 1 | 14 |
| Ongole | 1 | 0 |
| Panaji | 1 | 0 |
| Prayagraj | 1 | 368 |
| Rajamahendravaram | 1 | 2 |
| Raurkela | 1 | 0 |
| Sadulpur | 1 | 0 |
| Shimoga | 1 | 2 |
| Surat | 1 | 81 |
| Thuravoor Thekku | 1 | 0 |
When it's recommended
- Severe bite problems not correctable by braces alone
- Jaw asymmetry
What happens during the procedure
- Braces placed beforehand
- General anaesthesia
- Jaw bones cut and repositioned, fixed with plates
- Braces continued after surgery
Recovery
Soft diet for weeks; swelling settles over months.
Typical hospital stay: 2–3 days
Risks & complications
- Numbness of lip or chin
- Relapse
- Infection
Orthognathic (Corrective Jaw) Surgery cost in India
Go Surgery doesn't publish prices for orthognathic (corrective jaw) surgery yet. Costs vary with the procedure, the hospital and the city, so ask for a written estimate that lists the surgeon's fee, hospital charges, anaesthesia, consumables and follow-up.
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Whether health insurance covers Orthognathic (Corrective Jaw) Surgery depends on your policy and on why it is being done: insurers in India decide case by case, and waiting periods and sub-limits apply.
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery hospitals
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Hospitals Offering Orthognathic (Corrective Jaw) Surgery in India
54 hospitals are listed for this speciality. The 8 hospitals with the most listed surgeons are shown.
Orthognathic (Corrective Jaw) Surgery near you
FAQs
How long does Orthognathic (Corrective Jaw) Surgery take?
About 2–5 hours. The exact time depends on your case.
Will I need to stay in hospital?
Typical hospital stay: 2–3 days.
What anaesthesia is used?
General anaesthesia. Your anaesthetist will confirm the plan for you.
How long is recovery after Orthognathic (Corrective Jaw) Surgery?
Soft diet for weeks; swelling settles over months.
Is Orthognathic (Corrective Jaw) Surgery covered by insurance?
Coverage depends on why it is being done and on your policy — it is often covered when medically necessary. Our insurance desk can check your specific policy.
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