Procedures

two-jaw surgery (bimaxillary orthognathic surgery)

from 1,198 reviews23 clinics
Repositions both the upper jaw by a Le Fort I osteotomy and the lower jaw by a mandibular osteotomy in one operation, changing the bite relationship and the shape of the lower and mid face.
12 reviews written in English by patientsSurgicalGeneral34 before/after photos
Rating
9.74/ 10
from 1,198 reviews
Satisfaction
98.5%
from 1,198 reviews
Downtime
21–42days
Full recovery 24–52 wks
Flight safe
28days after

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How long is the downtime for two-jaw surgery (bimaxillary orthognathic surgery)?

21–42 days. Full recovery 24–52 wks · Flight safe 28 days

A liquid diet for two to four weeks and a soft diet thereafter is standard, hospital admission is required, and altered sensation of the lips, chin and teeth can persist for months.
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Last updated 2026-08-06