Surgical Orthodontics in Bangalore: Advanced Care for Severe Malocclusions

Published on June 4, 2026 | By True Smile Orthodontic Team

For most patients, traditional braces or Invisalign are perfectly adequate to straighten teeth and align the bite. But what happens when the underlying jaw bones are fundamentally mismatched in size or position? In these cases, Surgical Orthodontics (Orthognathic Surgery) is the only way to achieve true facial harmony and proper dental function. True Smile Orthodontist Dental Clinic is a premier destination for surgical orthodontics in Bangalore, offering expert care under the guidance of Dr. K. Rajashekar.

The Limits of Traditional Braces

During childhood, orthodontists can often use growth modification appliances to guide a growing jaw into the correct position. However, once a patient reaches adulthood and bone growth is complete, the jaws are fixed. If an adult has a severe underbite, severe overbite, or a skeletal open bite, moving the teeth within misaligned bones will not fix the problem—in fact, it can push the roots of the teeth out of the bone entirely.

Surgical orthodontics solves this by surgically repositioning the jaw bones themselves, while the orthodontist aligns the teeth to match the new jaw structure.

The True Smile Surgical Orthodontics Process

Treatment is a collaborative effort between Dr. Rajashekar and a Maxillofacial Surgeon:

1. Detailed Digital Planning

Using advanced 3D imaging, digital scans, and facial analysis, Dr. Rajashekar maps out exactly how the teeth must be moved to accommodate the surgeon’s planned jaw movements.

2. Pre-Surgical Braces

You will wear braces for approximately 12 to 18 months. During this time, your teeth are being aligned over their respective jaw bones. Your bite may temporarily feel worse because the teeth are being prepared for their future, post-surgery position.

3. Corrective Jaw Surgery

The Maxillofacial Surgeon performs the operation in a hospital. Depending on the diagnosis, they will reposition the maxilla (upper jaw), mandible (lower jaw), or both.

4. Post-Surgical Detailing

After the bones have healed, Dr. Rajashekar will continue your orthodontic treatment for another 3 to 6 months to tightly interlock the teeth into their final, perfect bite.

Why Choose True Smile in Bangalore?

Orthognathic surgery is a major undertaking that dramatically changes a patient's facial appearance, chewing ability, and airway function. It demands the highest level of clinical expertise. With 35+ years of experience, Dr. K. Rajashekar brings unmatched precision and predictability to these complex cases. With our clinics in Whitefield and Sadashivnagar, Bangalore residents have access to elite surgical orthodontic planning.