Surgical Orthodonticsin Coimbatore
The short answer: Surgical orthodontics combines braces with a surgical step to correct problems braces cannot solve alone. This can be a minor procedure, such as exposing an impacted tooth or placing mini-implants for anchorage, or major corrective jaw surgery planned with a surgeon.
Reviewed by Dr. K. Saravanan, MDS (Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics), Reg. LM4646 · Last reviewed 7 November 2026
- Typical time
- Often 18 months or more
- Recovery
- Depends on the procedure; minor procedures settle in days
- Led by
- Dr. K. Saravanan, LM4646
The process
- 1
Orthodontic planning and 3D imaging
- 2
Braces fitted and the surgical need identified
- 3
Minor surgery at the clinic or major surgery with the hospital team
- 4
Final orthodontic finishing and retention
Benefits
- Makes difficult corrections possible
- Brings impacted teeth into the arch
- Precisely planned
Good to know
- Needs close coordination between orthodontist and surgeon
- Longer treatment time
- Major jaw surgery is done in hospital
Is Surgical Orthodontics right for you?
- People with impacted teeth that need to be guided into place
- Patients needing extra anchorage for difficult tooth movement
- Patients with major jaw discrepancies
What affects the cost?
Fees depend on your examination, so we do not quote fixed prices online. The main factors are:
- Orthodontic treatment
- Surgical procedure
- Hospital charges for major surgery
Your dentist
Dr. K. Saravanan
MDS (Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics) · 9 years experience · Reg. LM4646 · Member, Indian Orthodontic Society
Surgical Orthodontics: your questions answered
A tooth that is stuck under the gum and has not erupted. Canines and wisdom teeth are common.
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