Read on if you need help for sleep apnoea & looking for information about maxillomandibular advancement surgery in India, including cost, recovery time & more.

1. 4 Things You Must Know About
Maxillomandibular Advancement Surgery in
India
Sleep apnoea occurs when the muscles behind the soft roof palate and
tongue relax, thereby blocking the airways. This can be potentially life-
threatening, causing sudden cardiac death and worsening chronic
illnesses like high blood pressure. Maxillomandibular advancement
(MMA) refers to a procedure where the airways are opened, thereby

2. repositioning the upper and lower jaw bones and reliving the choke
points. Read on to learn more about maxillomandibular advancement
surgery in India:
WHAT DOES MAXILLOMANDIBULAR ADVANCEMENT SURGERY
COST IN INDIA?
Maxillomandibular advancement surgery cost in India varies depending
on the extent of reconstruction required in different patients. The cost
could range from INR 15,000 to INR 50,000 or more. Compared to the
US, UK, or any other country, it is only a fraction of the costs with the
best quality of care.

3. MAXILLOMANDIBULAR ADVANCEMENT SURGERY RECOVERY TIME:
The MMA procedure is performed under general anesthesia and is a
significant surgery lasting roughly 6 hours. Maxillomandibular
advancement surgery recovery time is longer. After hospitalization of
usually two to three days, the first 4-6 weeks recovery process is the
most difficult, during which social support is critical. Though most
patients return to work after 1 month, the recovery takes
approximately 6 weeks.
MAXILLOMANDIBULAR ADVANCEMENT SURGERY COMPLICATIONS:
The surgeon uses small titanium plates, screws, braces, and rubber
bands during the procedure. While speech and swallowing are not
affected, like any other surgery, it could result in pain and swelling.
For almost one year after the surgery, patients may experience
temporary numbness in the lip, mouth, and chin. Patients may also find
it difficult to chew food for four weeks and are hence advised soft food.
The surgery makes it difficult to chew food for four weeks, so patients
lose weight. The transition is visible almost immediately after the MMA
surgery.
Some infrequent but potentially risky maxillomandibular advancement
surgery complications involve irregular blood supply to the palate,

4. leading to detrimental effects on the bone and soft tissue of the palate.
In such instances, patients may need another surgery for palate repair.
MAXILLOMANDIBULAR ADVANCEMENT SURGERY SUCCESS RATE:
Maxillomandibular advancement surgery success rate for obstructive
sleep apnoea is approximately 90% for over 35 years. Patients who
undergo the surgery experience improved sleep quality and quality of
life, similar to patients regularly using continuous positive airway
pressure (CPAP).
Visit us at the Richardsons Dental and Craniofacial Hospital to learn
more about maxillomandibular advancement surgery in India and find
information about cost-effective treatments for a deviated nasal
septum.