Orthomorphic Surgery for Mandibular Deformity - A Case Scenario

Facial asymmetry poses one of the most challenging dento-facial deformity to correct. When evident, it has an enormous socio-psychological impact on the affected individuals making surgical intervention as the choice of treatment. The Orthognathic surgery and/or Reconstructive procedures form the conventional approach for such deformities which uses the normal counterpart as the reference. However, instances where asymmetry is secondary to the deformity in the configuration and shape of the jaw bone without involving the dental occlusion, the orthomorphic surgery plays a vital role. We present a case of facial asymmetry corrected by performing orthomorphic surgery.