Khansa Plastic Surgery
LeFort 1 surgery in Austin
Expert jaw surgery in Austin, TX
LeFort 1
What is LeFort 1 surgery?
LeFort 1 is a cut in the upper jaw (maxilla), which allows movement of the upper jaw in any directions:
✅ Upward (LeFort 1 impaction)
✅ Downward (LeFort 1 disimpaction)
✅ Forward (LeFort 1 advancement)
✅ Backward (LeFort 1 setback)
Treatment
What is LeFort 1 used for?
The LeFort 1 osteotomy is very useful to correct various jaw abnormalities and malocclusion.
✅ LeFort 1 advancement is used to treat a retrusive upper jaw (class 3 malocclusion or underbite)
✅ LeFort 1 setback is used to treat a protrusive upper jaw (class 2 malocclusion or overbite)
✅ LeFort 1 impaction is used to treat a gummy smile (vertical maxillary excess)
✅ LeFort 1 disimpaction is used to treat a vertically short upper jaw
Dr. Khansa
Craniofacial-trained: specialized expertise in jaw and facial structure
Harvard Medical School graduate
Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS)
2026 Austin Monthly Top Doctor
Expert in custom jaw surgery techniques (LeFort, BSSO, double jaw surgery, genioplasty)
Uses Virtual Surgical Planning for precision and predictability
Extensive experience coordinating with orthodontists
Expert in sleep apnea improvement through jaw advancement
Evening and weekend consultations available