Combined Orthodontic Treatment
Collaborative orthodontic treatment designed to support complex smile, bite and jaw correction through carefully planned interdisciplinary care.
What Is Combined Orthodontics?
Combined orthodontics refers to orthodontic treatment planned alongside other dental or surgical procedures to achieve optimal smile aesthetics, bite function and long-term oral health. In some cases, orthodontic treatment alone may not fully correct complex bite or jaw concerns, making a combined treatment approach necessary.
In the majority of cases, we can effectively treat orthodontic problems solely with orthodontic appliances – but in more severe cases, we may need to combine traditional orthodontics with surgical procedures.
During early orthodontic treatment, we can use customised appliances to influence the growth of the jaws and teeth. At times though, even with interceptive treatment, the jaws don't line up correctly when they finish developing. In these cases, orthodontic treatment alone isn't enough, and surgery is needed.
Generally, we use braces to straighten your teeth for anywhere between 8 and 18 months prior to your surgery. A maxillofacial surgeon will perform the surgery once the teeth are properly aligned. Recovery differs between different patients and will be discussed before the start of treatment.
Why Choose Strydom Orthodontics
for Combined Orthodontics?
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Specialist Orthodontic Expertise
Combined orthodontic treatment requires careful planning and specialist orthodontic knowledge to achieve stable, balanced results.
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Personalised Treatment Planning
Every treatment plan is tailored to the patient’s individual orthodontic needs, smile goals and long-term oral health.
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Modern Orthodontic Techniques
We use advanced orthodontic technology and modern treatment approaches to support precise, effective treatment outcomes.
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Long-Term Functional Results
Our focus is not only on smile aesthetics, but also on improving bite function, oral health and long-term stability.
FAQs
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Combined orthodontic treatment refers to orthodontic care planned alongside other dental or surgical procedures to address more complex smile, bite or jaw concerns.
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Patients with severe bite discrepancies, jaw alignment concerns or complex orthodontic conditions may benefit from a combined treatment approach.
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Yes. Combined orthodontic treatment may help improve jaw positioning, bite balance and facial harmony depending on the complexity of the case.
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Yes. Orthodontic treatment using braces or clear aligners often forms part of combined orthodontic treatment plans.
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Treatment duration varies depending on the complexity of the orthodontic and additional treatment requirements involved.
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Yes. Many adults with complex orthodontic or bite concerns may benefit from combined orthodontic treatment.
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Combined orthodontic treatment requires advanced orthodontic planning and coordination to achieve healthy, stable and long-term results.
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No. Some combined orthodontic cases involve collaboration with other dental treatments only, while more complex jaw alignment concerns may require surgical intervention.
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Yes. Correcting your bite and jaw alignment can help improve oral function, including chewing comfort, bite efficiency and in some cases speech concerns.
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Depending on the treatment plan, orthodontic care may be coordinated between the orthodontist, maxillofacial surgeons, other dental specialists or dentists to achieve the best outcome.
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In some cases, clear aligners may be used as part of combined orthodontic treatment depending on the complexity of the orthodontic concerns being treated.
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A specialist orthodontic consultation and comprehensive assessment will determine whether a combined treatment approach is necessary for your smile, bite and long-term oral health goals.
