San Benito Surgery

The facial bone are the framework of your face and their position and size determines with your teeth how well you bite and look. Any incorrect shape of the jaws and teeth can cause problems with your teeth and jaws.

Normal facial anatomy: The bones in a healthy jaw are a 'matched set.' If they come together evenly when you chew, and you have a proportional appearance, you have a normal bite.
Facial imbalance of the lower jaw: A small lower jaw may cause bite problems, such as not being able to bite into food. Or, it may cause your chin to look receded. Your upper teeth may jut out in front of or overlap your lower teeth.
Facial imbalance of the upper jaw: If you have a long upper jaw you may have a "gummy smile" or some of your teeth may not meet, making chewing difficult. If you have a small uper jaw, your upper lip may look receded.
Uneven jaws: If your jaws are overdeveloped on one side or underdeveloped on the other, you have an uneven jaw or facial asymmety. Your face may appear "off center." Your upper or lower teeth may have shifted over to one side, which can make biting and chewing awkward.

For more information schedule your free consultation with Dr. Wittenberg to discuss this procedure in full. Our experienced and professional office staff members are here to help you with all your questions. Call our offices at (831) 636-9808.

890 Sunset Drive, Suite B-1A
Hollister, California 95023

Telephone: (831) 636-9808
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