Jaw & Facial Implants Arizona

At Arizona Jaw Surgery, we aim to offer complete jaw surgery solutions. At times, traditional jaw surgery approaches alone cannot fully achieve facial balance or the patient’s aesthetic goals. When this situation arises, or when a purely cosmetic improvement is desired, jaw and facial implants are often the solution.

Aesthetic Facial Implant Surgery

Aesthetic jaw implant surgery is focused on improving contour and proportion rather than functional bite correction. In these cases, implants are selected to address specific skeletal volume deficiencies of the mandible or chin without altering the position of the jaws. Dr. Wasson evaluates skeletal and soft-tissue relationships to determine where augmentation will best support lower-face projection, jawline definition, and overall facial balance to improve facial aesthetics.

For patients seeking refinement of the chin, chin implants may be recommended when the chin’s anterior projection is insufficient relative to the rest of the facial profile. In cases where the lower border of the mandible lacks definition, the jaw implants procedure may extend beyond the chin to include angle or body implants. These are placed to enhance the width or contour of the jawline and are positioned through incisions in the mouth to avoid visible scarring. Implant size, shape, and position are selected to provide a natural and proportional contour while maintaining stable skeletal support.

Because these procedures are aesthetic, consultation includes discussion of expectations, facial anatomy, and soft-tissue adaptation. Dr. Wasson approaches these operations with the same attention to detail used in reconstructive and orthognathic surgery, emphasizing predictable healing, implant stability, and a balanced facial profile as the final outcome.

Integration with Functional Jaw Surgery

At Arizona Jaw Surgery, the jaw implants procedure can also be combined with a comprehensive craniofacial treatment plan. This procedure is indicated when conventional corrective jaw surgery alone does not fully address skeletal contour problems or when specific esthetic refinements are part of the objective.

Clinical Assessment and Planning

A thorough clinical assessment is the first step in the facial implants surgery process. This includes gathering high-resolution CT data, digital imaging, and clinical measurements to determine the optimal implant design that complements both proper jaw alignment and facial proportions. Customized planning supports the ultimate goal of achieving facial balance while respecting each patient’s unique anatomy.

Surgical Procedure

The jaw implants procedure is performed under appropriate anesthesia, sometimes at the same time as jaw surgery, sometimes at a later date. Incisions are typically placed inside the mouth to avoid visible scarring, and implants, whether preformed or custom-designed, are positioned on the bone to augment deficient areas of the jaw or chin. Dr. Wasson’s approach emphasizes careful soft-tissue management and precise fixation to maintain stable implant placement and to support predictable healing. Throughout the procedure, maintaining or improving function is a core surgical objective.

Post-Operative Care and Outcomes

Following implantation, patients receive post-operative care to monitor healing, implant stability, and the restoration of normal function. Follow-up visits allow assessment of soft-tissue contours as swelling resolves. The clinical goal is a balanced facial profile with improved skeletal support and smooth transitions for a natural appearance.

Dr. Wasson’s experience in both functional jaw surgery and aesthetic facial implant surgery means that you can rest assured you do not have to decide between function and beauty. At Arizona Jaw Surgery, our surgical team can provide improved function and aesthetics for a lifetime of better health and self-confidence. See some of Dr. Wasson’s real patient results here.