Orthognathic surgery is the surgical correction of jaw abnormalities when orthodontics alone cannot correct the underlying causes; utilized in treating improper bites (when the jaws don’t line up correctly) or other aesthetic concerns. Should surgery be necessary for your treatment, Dr. Preston and an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon will work as a team to achieve the best possible outcome. With orthodontics, Dr. Preston will place the teeth in the correct position within the jaw bones and the surgeon will properly align the jaws to their ideal position and best relationship to one another to achieve optimal function and aesthetics.