Typically, Dr. Jensen can correct crooked teeth and bad bites with orthodontics alone. In certain cases, more complicated issues with jaw alignment and other dental concerns can lead to more complex problems — and the need for more direct intervention.
At Jensen Orthodontics Arts, we offer you and all our patients in McKinney the following specialty treatments so you can get the healthy, beautiful smile you want and deserve.
Jaw Surgery
When your upper and lower jaws don’t line up, eating, talking, and even breathing can feel off. Dr. Jensen pairs digital planning with orthognathic to move your jaws into a healthier, more balanced position.
After healing, you’ll notice an easier bite, fewer headaches, and a profile that looks and feels natural.
Clicking, popping, or aching near your ears often indicates a problem with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Dr. Jensen starts with an exam and 3D imaging, then creates a custom plan—splints, aligners, or focused therapy—to ease the strain on the joint.
Most patients enjoy smoother jaw movement and calmer muscles within weeks, so meals and morning routines stay stress-free.
Loud snoring and daytime fog can be signs your airway closes during sleep. After a simple at-home test, Dr. Jensen designs a slim oral appliance that keeps your airway open without bulky hoses.
Better oxygen overnight means better mornings, sharper focus, and a healthier heart—all from a device that fits in the palm of your hand.
Do you have a bite that won’t close all the way? How about an underbite or overbite that makes chewing tricky? Breathing problems tied to jaw position?
If any of these are symptoms you're struggling with, Dr. Jensen may order 3-D scans to see whether moving one or both jaws will set things straight.
You’ll be asleep for the operation, and most patients rate the soreness afterward as “pressure” rather than sharp pain. Swelling peaks the first week; light walking is fine after a few days.
Expect two weeks of at-home rest for desk-free moms, with full bone healing taking several months. Think of it as a short pause that pays off with lifelong comfort.
The first steps are simple: moist heat, a soft diet, jaw-stretching exercises, and, if needed, an over-the-counter anti-inflammatory.
If clicking or aching sticks around, Dr. Jensen can craft a custom night-time splint or pair you with a physical therapist who focuses on jaw muscles. Surgery is almost never the first choice—it’s used only when easier fixes fail.
He starts with a gentle exam and 3D imaging. Depending on what he sees, he may create a thin clear splint to ease joint strain, fine-tune your bite with clear aligners, or recommend short-term medication and targeted stretches.
Most patients feel jaw movement smooth out within a few weeks when they stick to the plan.
Classic clues are loud snoring, gasping for air at night, and daytime brain fog. A quick home sleep test can confirm it.
For mild to moderate cases, a slim oral appliance that slides over your teeth and moves the jaw forward keeps the airway open—no hoses or masks. Large studies and new clinical guidelines back these devices as an effective CPAP alternative for many adults.
Often, yes—when the problem is labeled “medically necessary.” Many health plans cover orthognathic (jaw) surgery for bite issues that harm chewing or breathing. TMJ splints and physical therapy are frequently covered as well.
Oral appliances for diagnosed obstructive sleep apnea usually fall under medical (not dental) benefits. Our McKinney team reviews your coverage before treatment and outlines any costs upfront.
