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Is orthognathic surgery possible while not wearing braces? (photos)

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When I was much younger I had braces twice to correct my overbite. The orthodontist recommended orthognathic surgery, but my parents felt I was too young and I was too young to make my own decision. Now I am 23 years old and am unhappy with my overbite. I am seriously considering orthognathic surgery but I do not want to have braces again. I had them for 7 years and do not want them. Is it possible to have the surgery without braces?

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Dr. Morgan E. Norris, III, MD, FACS
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Dr. Gerald Wittenberg, MSc, DMD (retired)
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