Jaw corrections more popular than ever: “I sometimes see mothers who choose it after seeing the successful result with their daughter”

The number of Belgians who had a jaw correction performed has more than doubled in just ten years. From 8,759 in 2011 to 17,779 in 2021. “Although you still have to give a lot for that”, says professor of orthodontics Guy De Pauw (UZ Gent). How exactly do those operations take place? Are they reimbursed by the health insurance fund? you afterwards with a face like a balloon?

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