Current concepts in aesthetic orthognathic surgery. Facial plastic surgery : FPS. [Facial Plast Surg] Journal article

Title	Current concepts in aesthetic orthognathic surgery.
Author(s)	Jones JL
Source	Facial Plast Surg 1999; 15(1):13-24.
MeSH	Adult Cephalometry Dental Occlusion Esthetics, Dental Face Humans Jaw Malocclusion, Angle Class III Micrognathism Middle Aged Oral Surgical Procedures Prognathism Reconstructive Surgical Procedures Sleep Apnea, Obstructive
Abstract	While orthognathic surgery provides a significant improvement in masticatory, dentofacial, and airway function, proper and considered preoperative planning can significantly enhance facial harmony and balance as well. Also, orthognathic procedures to correct underlying skeletal discrepancies in concert with, or prior to, other cosmetic procedures can greatly enhance the patient's final result. This paper reviews the use of the occlusal plane angle as a guide for improved aesthetic results with bimaxillary orthognathic surgery. It also provides several examples of facial cosmetic procedures performed as an adjunct to dentofacial surgery. A rationale of timing of these procedures is offered.
Language	eng
Pub Type(s)	Case Reports Journal Article
PubMed ID	11816094

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