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 560 Oakwood Ave, Ste 102, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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Deerpath Orthodontics & Family Dental

Phone: 847 579 4979
Address: 560 Oakwood Ave, Ste 102, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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Surgery and Craniofacial Orthodontics

HomeSurgery and Craniofacial Orthodontics

Surgery and Craniofacial Orthodontics: Shaping Faces, Transforming Function

Dr. Michael Stosich is the director of orthodontics at the University of Chicago medical center and is the cleft lip and palate team orthodontist and craniofacial orthodontist. His collaboration with specialists from craniofacial surgery, speech, nursing, ENT, neurosurgery, genetics, social work and psychology form the foundation for total patient care centered at the University of Chicago. Many patients are treated from birth to the late teens. Additionally, Dr. Stosich collaborates with world class plastic surgeons on complex orthognathic surgical procedures for our adult patients. You can rest assured that by choosing Dr. Stosich  for the management of your child’s needs or for transforming adult surgeries, excellence is assured.

Areas of Expertise:

  • 3D Robotic based surgical and craniofacial orthodontic and surgical planning.
  • Orthodontic management of patients with cleft lip and palate or craniofacial anomalies from child through adult dentition.
  • Surgical/orthodontic treatment planning and management, custom surgical splint design and construction, and insertion
    of splints in the operating room.
frequently asked questions

Popular Questions

01Who is a candidate for surgery and craniofacial orthodontics?

Candidates often include patients with severe bite issues, jaw deformities, facial asymmetry, or congenital conditions like cleft palate. A comprehensive evaluation by an orthodontist and surgeon is required.

02What does the treatment process involve?

Treatment usually involves careful planning, orthodontic preparation, surgical intervention if needed, and post-surgical orthodontic adjustments. The timeline can vary from months to a few years depending on complexity.

03How long is the recovery after craniofacial surgery?

Recovery time varies depending on the procedure, but most patients can expect initial healing within a few weeks and complete recovery, including orthodontic adjustments, over several months.

04Will surgery and craniofacial orthodontics improve both function and appearance?

Yes. These treatments are designed to correct jaw alignment, bite issues, and facial asymmetry, improving oral function, breathing, and overall facial aesthetics.