Arizona Jaw Surgery

Yes-Most of the time. And it is the most likely treatment to do so.   More likely than CPAP.  More likely than Mandibular Appliances.  More likely than Inspire or other hypoglossal nerve stimulators.

Double Jaw Surgery simply means that a patient is having surgery on both their upper (maxilla) and lower (mandible) jaws.  This is the most common scenario for patients requiring orthognathic (jaw) surgery.

The short answer is: ANYONE with an actual TMJ disorder. Not a muscle disorder (clenching or bruxism alone) but a disorder that is involves the joint itself.

Choosing a jaw surgeon is a difficult but crucial task. And while there is no “one-size fits all” approach, there are some clear criteria for ensuring you are working with a competent surgeon.  Here are some to consider: