Jaw Surgery in Mitchell, SD

Corrective Jaw Surgery (Orthognathic) in Mitchell, SD

When a misaligned jaw makes it hard to bite, chew, or breathe comfortably — and braces alone can’t fix it — corrective jaw surgery can realign the upper and lower jaws for better function and balance. The board-certified oral surgeons at Siouxland Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery provide orthognathic jaw surgery right here in Mitchell, SD, often in close coordination with your orthodontist.

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Convenient Mitchell Location

Our office at 1222 E 7th Ave makes a complex procedure like jaw surgery accessible across Davison County and southeastern South Dakota — close to home for your planning, surgery, and follow-up visits.

Board-Certified Oral Surgeons

Orthognathic surgery is a specialized procedure. Our board-certified oral surgeons have the surgical training to reposition the jaws precisely and restore proper bite and function.

Advanced 3D Imaging & Planning

We use advanced 3D imaging to map your jaws, teeth, and facial structure, so your surgery is planned with the precision a corrective procedure requires.

Coordinated With Your Orthodontist

Jaw surgery usually works hand in hand with orthodontic treatment. We coordinate with your orthodontist so braces and surgery work together toward your final result.

Comfort-Driven Anesthesia

Our surgeons are certified to administer all modalities of outpatient anesthesia, so your comfort is prioritized throughout a longer procedure.

Care Close to Home

We serve patients throughout Davison County, so you can plan and recover from jaw surgery without traveling far for specialized care.

Upper-Jaw (Maxillary) Surgery

Repositions the upper jaw to correct issues such as an open bite, a receding upper jaw, or a crossbite, improving how the upper and lower teeth meet.

Lower-Jaw (Mandibular) Surgery

Moves the lower jaw forward or back to address an underbite or overbite, helping the bite line up and restoring comfortable chewing.

Combined Upper & Lower Surgery

When both jaws need repositioning, a combined approach corrects more complex bite and balance concerns in a coordinated surgical plan.

TMJ-Related Evaluation

When chronic jaw pain or TMJ issues are tied to jaw position, your surgeon evaluates whether corrective surgery may help improve comfort and function.

Consultation & 3D Planning

Your surgeon reviews your medical history, examines your bite, and takes advanced 3D imaging to map the jaws. Because jaw surgery typically follows a period of orthodontic preparation, this planning phase often involves coordinating with your orthodontist.

The Surgery

Working from inside the mouth where possible to minimize visible scarring, your surgeon repositions the upper jaw, lower jaw, or both into their planned alignment and secures them in place. Anesthesia keeps you comfortable throughout.

Recovery & Follow-Up

You’ll receive detailed aftercare instructions and a follow-up schedule. Initial healing happens over several weeks, with your bite settling over the following months. Many patients continue orthodontic treatment to fine-tune the result.

Follow a soft or liquid diet

For the early recovery period, stick to smoothies, soups, yogurt, and other soft or liquid foods, and reintroduce firmer foods gradually as your surgeon advises.

Manage swelling

Swelling is most noticeable in the first days and eases over the following weeks. Use cold compresses early on and keep your head elevated to help it settle.

Take medication as directed

Use any prescribed pain relief and antibiotics exactly as instructed to stay comfortable and support healing.

Keep your mouth clean

Gentle oral hygiene and any rinses your surgeon recommends help keep the surgical area clean while the jaws heal.

Rest and ease back in

Plan for time off to recover, and return to work, school, and exercise gradually on the timeline your surgeon gives you for your case.

Keep your follow-up visits

Recovery from jaw surgery unfolds over months. Attending each follow-up lets your surgeon monitor healing and coordinate the next orthodontic steps.

Where is your Mitchell office located?

Our Mitchell location is at 1222 E 7th Ave, Mitchell, SD 57301. We’re open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Call 800-952-0066 to schedule.

Do I need jaw surgery, or can braces fix my bite?

Braces and aligners move the teeth, but they can’t reposition the jaws themselves. When a bite problem comes from how the jaws are aligned — such as a significant underbite, overbite, or open bite — orthodontics alone may not fully correct it. Your surgeon and orthodontist will evaluate your case together and recommend the right approach for you.

How long is recovery after jaw surgery?

Recovery from jaw surgery takes longer than many oral procedures. Initial healing happens over several weeks, with swelling easing and your bite settling over the following months. Your surgeon will give you a recovery timeline specific to your case, including when you can return to your usual diet and activities.

Will jaw surgery leave visible scars?

Orthognathic surgery is most often performed from inside the mouth where possible, which helps avoid visible facial scarring. Your surgeon will explain the approach planned for your specific case during your consultation.