--- title: "Corrective Jaw Surgery Provo UT | Riverwoods" description: lang: en json-ld: --- 280 W. River Park Dr., Ste. 360, Provo, UT 84604 Mon–Fri: 7:30am – 4:30pm [801-437-7701](tel:+18014377701) [![Riverwoods Oral & Facial Cosmetic Surgery](/manus-storage/riverwoods-logo-white_ab4de26d.png)](/) Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery [Wisdom Teeth](/wisdom-teeth)[Dental Implants](/dental-implants)[Bone Grafting](/bone-grafting)[Corrective Jaw Surgery](/corrective-jaw-surgery)[Reconstructive Surgery](/facial-trauma-reconstruction)[Facial Trauma](/facial-trauma-reconstruction)[Sleep Apnea](/sleep-apnea)[Oral Pathology](/oral-pathology)[TMJ Disorders](/tmj-disorders) Facial Cosmetic Surgery [Face & Neck Lift](/face-neck-lift)[Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)](/blepharoplasty)[Brow Lift](/brow-lift)[Rhinoplasty (Nose Surgery)](/rhinoplasty)[Lip Augmentation (Lip Lift)](/lip-augmentation)[CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing](/co2-laser-skin-resurfacing)[Chin Augmentation (Chin Implant)](/chin-augmentation)[Male Plastic Surgery](/male-plastic-surgery)[Before & After Results](/results) Our Doctors [Dr. Maurice Jenkins](/dr-jenkins)[Dr. Chad Sloan](/dr-sloan)[Our Team](/about)[About the Practice](/about) For Patients [New Patient Registration](/patient-registration)[Online Referral Form](/referral-form)[Pay Your Bill](/pay-bill)[FAQ](/faq)[Before & After Results](/results)[Patient Reviews](/reviews) [Referring Doctors](/referring-doctors) [Contact](/contact) [Call Now](tel:+18014377701) Orthognathic Surgery · Provo, Utah # Corrective Jaw Surgery in Provo, UT Orthognathic surgery to correct bite problems, breathing difficulties, and facial asymmetry. Expert corrective jaw surgery by Dr. Jenkins at Riverwoods Oral Surgery in Provo, Utah. [Call 801-437-7701](tel:+18014377701)[Request Appointment](/contact) 4.9 Stars · 436+ Reviews Board-Certified Surgeons Same-Day Consultations ## What Is Corrective Jaw Surgery? Corrective jaw surgery, also called orthognathic surgery, repositions the upper jaw (maxilla), lower jaw (mandible), or both to correct skeletal discrepancies that cannot be fixed with braces alone. These discrepancies affect how your teeth fit together (your bite), how you breathe, chew, and speak, and the overall balance of your facial features. ## Conditions Treated with Jaw Surgery Corrective jaw surgery addresses a wide range of conditions including: open bite (front teeth don't touch when back teeth are closed), underbite (lower jaw protrudes beyond upper jaw), overbite (upper jaw significantly overlaps lower jaw), crossbite (upper and lower teeth don't align side to side), facial asymmetry (one side of the face is noticeably different from the other), obstructive sleep apnea related to jaw position, and chronic jaw pain or TMJ dysfunction caused by skeletal misalignment. Have Questions? Our team is happy to answer any questions and help you understand your options. [801-437-7701](tel:+18014377701) ## The Surgical Process Corrective jaw surgery is performed in a hospital setting under general anesthesia. Dr. Jenkins works in close coordination with your orthodontist — most patients wear braces for 12–18 months before surgery to align the teeth within each jaw. During surgery, the jaw bones are precisely repositioned and secured with titanium plates and screws. Most patients spend one night in the hospital and return to normal activities within 2–4 weeks, with full healing and final bite refinement completed over 6–12 months. ## Life After Jaw Surgery The results of corrective jaw surgery are permanent and transformative. Patients consistently report dramatic improvements in chewing function, breathing, sleep quality, speech clarity, and confidence in their appearance. Because the surgery addresses the underlying skeletal cause of the problem — not just the symptoms — results are stable for life. ## Why Choose Riverwoods? Permanent correction of bite problems Improved breathing and sleep Enhanced facial symmetry Coordinated orthodontic care Hospital-based surgical expertise Board-certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon Comprehensive pre-surgical planning Life-changing functional results ## Frequently Asked Questions How long does recovery from jaw surgery take? Most patients return to work or school within 2–4 weeks. Swelling resolves over 3–6 months. Final bite refinement with orthodontics is completed 6–12 months after surgery. Is jaw surgery painful? Surgery is performed under general anesthesia. Post-operative discomfort is managed with prescription pain medication. Most patients describe the recovery as uncomfortable but manageable, with the most challenging period being the first 1–2 weeks. Will I need braces before jaw surgery? Yes, in almost all cases. Pre-surgical orthodontics (typically 12–18 months) aligns the teeth within each jaw so they fit perfectly after the bones are repositioned. Post-surgical orthodontics fine-tunes the bite after healing. Does insurance cover corrective jaw surgery? When jaw surgery is medically necessary (to correct functional problems with chewing, breathing, or speech), it is often covered by medical insurance — not dental insurance. 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River Park Dr., Ste. 360 Provo, UT 84604 [801-437-7701](tel:+18014377701) Office Hours Mon: 9:00am – 4:00pm Tue: 8:30am – 4:30pm Wed: 7:30am – 4:00pm Thu: 8:30am – 4:30pm Fri: 7:30am – 4:00pm Areas We Serve [Provo, UT](/provo-oral-surgeon)[Orem, UT](/orem-oral-surgeon)[Pleasant Grove, UT](/pleasant-grove-oral-surgeon)[Springville, UT](/springville-oral-surgeon) © 2026 Riverwoods Oral & Facial Cosmetic Surgery. All rights reserved. 280 W. River Park Dr., Ste. 360, Provo, UT 84604 · [801-437-7701](tel:+18014377701) Built by [Glasspath](https://glasspath.me) [Call Now](tel:+18014377701)[Request Appointment](/contact)