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Double jaw surgery
Double jaw surgery
Bimaxillary surgery repositions both the upper and lower jaw together, correcting bite, breathing and facial balance in a single, precisely planned operation.
OVERVIEW
Correcting the bite, breathing and balance together
When both the upper and lower jaw are out of alignment, treating them together rather than in isolation gives a more stable bite and a more balanced facial appearance.
The surgery is planned entirely in three dimensions from detailed scans, so both jaws are moved to their new, precisely calculated position on the day of surgery.
- A stable, functional bite that meets correctly
- Improved breathing where the jaw was restricting the airway
- Balanced facial proportion, planned in 3D beforehand
IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU?
You may be a candidate if…
- Your bite doesn't meet correctly, even with braces
- You have breathing difficulty linked to your jaw position
- Your jaw and facial profile feel out of balance
- An orthodontist has referred you for surgical assessment
“Double jaw surgery is unforgiving of poor planning, and rewarding when the planning is right. That’s why every millimetre is modelled before we operate.”
— Mr Nabeel Bhatti
THE PROCESS
How your treatment unfolds
01
Consultation & imaging
A joint assessment with your orthodontist and detailed 3D scans.
02
3D surgical planning
Both jaws are modelled and rehearsed in their new position.
03
The operation
Performed by Mr Bhatti at a leading London hospital, under general anaesthetic.
04
Recovery & review
Structured follow-up supports healing and bite stability.
RECOVERY & OUTCOMES
What to expect afterwards
The first days
Swelling peaks early; a soft diet supports comfortable healing.
The first weeks
A staged return to normal eating and routine, with close review.
Longer term
Final bite and facial proportion settle over several months.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Double Jaw Surgery, answered
Do I need to see an orthodontist first?
Usually, yes. Braces typically prepare the teeth beforehand, and your orthodontist and Mr Bhatti plan the surgery together for the best long-term result.
How long will I be off work?
Most patients take 2–3 weeks off work, with a longer period of soft-diet eating and gradual return to normal activity.
Will my face look different afterwards?
Yes, subtly — facial proportion often improves as the jaws move into better balance, alongside the corrected bite.
AT A GLANCE
Focus
Bimaxillary (double jaw) surgery
Anaesthetic
General
Hospital stay
2–3 nights
Recovery
6–8 weeks
Planning
3D-modelled
Consultation
By arrangement
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