Is Le Fort I osteotomy ever performed for normal bites and what are the risks?

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I'm curious to know why if at all le fort I osteotomies might be performed in patients with normal bites. I know that it typically addresses mid face deficiencies, and I'm curious to know if it gives the same effect as implants or fillers in the Midface area.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

A le fort procedure is quite complicated and I doubt anyone would recommend that in your situation.  I think your facial feature look just fine.  Cheek implants have a very high incidence of dissatisfaction and I think fillers in your case are a waste of money.  I just don't think you are seeing yourself objectively.  You are quite attractive and I want to prevent you from making the mistake of letting someone perform surgery on you.

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

A LeFort osteotomy is rarely done without having a malocclusion. It is done in cases of obstructive sleep apnea where the lower jaw is brought forward with it as well. But it is not a procedure that is used to create improved midfacial volume without having a class III malocclusion. In short, a Lefort osteotomy is not a substitute nor a comparative treatment to fillers or implants in creating improve midfacial volume.

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