Complications associated with orthognathic surgery

• Published in: Journal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Vol. 43; no. 1; pp. 3 - 15
• Main Author: Kim, Young-Kyun
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Korea (South) 대한구강악안면외과학회 01.02.2017; Korean Association Of Oral And Maxillofacial Surgeons; The Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
• Subjects: Invited Review; 치의학; Orthognathic surgery; Complication
• ISSN: 2234-7550; 2234-5930
• DOI: 10.5125/jkaoms.2017.43.1.3

While most patients undergo orthognathic surgery for aesthetic purposes, aesthetic improvements are most often followed by postoperative functional complications. Therefore, patients must carefully decide whether their purpose of undergoing orthognathic surgery lies on the aesthetic side or the functional side. There is a wide variety of complications associated with orthognathic surgery. There should be a clear distinction between malpractice and complications. Complications can be resolved without any serious problems if the cause is detected early and adequate treatment provided. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons must have a full understanding of the types, causes, and treatment of complications, and should deliver this information to patients who develop these complications.