Orthodontic Surgery
Expert Surgical Solutions for Complex Orthodontic Needs
At Bend Oral, Facial & Implant Surgery, we specialize in surgical treatments that support and enhance orthodontic care. If your orthodontist has recommended surgical intervention to correct jaw alignment or assist in tooth movement, board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Don DeLisi, will consult on best options and provide expert, compassionate care.
Why Orthodontic Surgery?
Orthodontic surgery may be necessary when braces alone aren’t enough to correct certain bite or alignment issues. Our surgeons partner closely with your orthodontist to address:
Impacted Teeth (commonly canines): Surgical exposure to aid eruption
Jaw Misalignment (overbite, underbite, open bite): Orthognathic surgery to reposition the jaw
Tooth Positioning: Removing or repositioning teeth that interfere with alignment
Facial Asymmetry: Enhancing both function and appearance through corrective surgery
Our Surgical Approach
We offer the latest surgical techniques and advanced technology to ensure precision, safety, and a smooth recovery. Our team is experienced in:
Surgical Exposure and Bracketing for impacted teeth
Pre-orthodontic Tooth Extractions
Orthognathic (Jaw) Surgery to correct skeletal discrepancies
Frenectomy procedures to improve tongue mobility or spacing
Each procedure is performed with detailed planning, often using 3D imaging and guided techniques, to support optimal orthodontic outcomes.
Get In Touch With Us!
If you or your child have been referred for orthodontic surgery, contact Bend Oral, Facial & Implant Surgery today. We’ll work with you and your orthodontist to develop a personalized treatment plan that supports a healthy, beautiful smile.
Why Choose Bend Oral Surgery?
Board-Certified Expertise: Dr. DeLisi is a board certified oral surgeon with extensive experience in complex jaw realignment procedures.
Advanced 3D Technology: Cutting-edge CBCT imaging and digital planning for precision surgery.
Collaborative Care: Works closely with orthodontists, dentists, and medical professionals for comprehensive treatment.
Patient-Centered Approach: Personalized care plans to ensure optimal function and aesthetics.
Orthodontic surgery refers to surgical procedures performed in coordination with orthodontic treatment to correct issues that cannot be resolved by braces or aligners alone. While orthodontics moves teeth within the existing bone structure, orthodontic surgery addresses the underlying skeletal framework, including jaw positioning, impacted teeth, and significant bite discrepancies that require bone-level correction. Dr. DeLisi works closely with your orthodontist to ensure that surgical and orthodontic goals are aligned for optimal outcomes. Learn more: https://bendoralsurgery.com/orthodontic-surgery/
Our orthodontic surgical services include surgical exposure and bracketing of impacted teeth (most commonly canines), pre-orthodontic tooth extractions to create space for proper alignment, orthognathic (jaw) surgery to correct overbites, underbites, open bites, and facial asymmetry, and frenectomy procedures to improve tongue mobility or address spacing issues. Each procedure is planned using 3D CBCT imaging and coordinated with your orthodontist to support the best possible treatment outcome.
Impacted canines are teeth that have failed to erupt into their proper position in the dental arch. Surgical exposure involves creating a small opening in the gum tissue above the impacted tooth and attaching an orthodontic bracket to it. The bracket allows your orthodontist to use a gentle pulling force to guide the tooth into its correct position over the following months. This procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia or sedation and is well-tolerated by both adolescent and adult patients. Learn more about our dental surgery services.
