“Does TMJ surgery change your face?”
I have TMJ and want to fix it with surgery. Does TMJ surgery change your face?
2 Answers
Normally, it won't besides the scars in the area of surgery. If you have experience of forming keloid in the scar area, then you may expect the same. The only time it will change the face is when the facial nerve is damage during the surgery. Your surgeon will discuss all of these potential complications with you during the consultation and before you sign the consent for surgery.
Orthognathic surgery works to realign the bite, and the adjustments made eliminate any noticeable asymmetry. A corrective jaw procedure can make a major difference, dramatically improving your facial appearance.
