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Maxillofacial Surgery in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

Specialist-level care for complex jaw and facial concerns — corrective jaw surgery, TMJ-related procedures, and facial trauma-adjacent treatment — coordinated by Haratz Dental, a short drive from Bay Harbor Islands.

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Maxillofacial surgery addresses concerns that go well beyond a routine dental visit — jaws that don't meet correctly and affect bite or breathing, TMJ disorders that haven't responded to conservative treatment, and facial trauma-adjacent issues that need a surgical specialist. For Bay Harbor Islands residents, that level of care means a quick trip across the Shepard Broad Causeway to Haratz Dental in Aventura, where our surgical team handles these more complex cases in-house.

Maxillofacial surgery is available at Haratz Dental, about 5–6 miles and a 12–15 minute drive from Bay Harbor Islands via Collins Ave (A1A) and the Shepard Broad Causeway. Call us today at (786) 433-5232 to learn more and schedule a consultation.

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Understanding

Understanding
Maxillofacial Surgery

As recognized by the American Dental Association, oral and maxillofacial surgery deals with diagnosing and treating diseases, injuries, and defects involving the hard and soft tissues of the jaw and face. At Haratz Dental, our maxillofacial focus sits at the more complex end of that spectrum: corrective jaw surgery for skeletal bite misalignment, surgical evaluation for TMJ disorders that haven't responded to splints or physical therapy, and facial trauma-adjacent reconstructive care. Bay Harbor Islands' Kane Concourse district already has a range of medical and dental offices handling everyday care — our practice is where patients already established in that community turn when a concern needs more than routine treatment.

"Because the field may address both aesthetic and functional areas of these regions, there are many different types of oral and maxillofacial surgeries."

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Dr. Adela Haratz

Over 40 years creating beautiful smiles. A pioneering aesthetic and scientific authority in dental artistry.
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Dr. Michael Maya

A North Miami Beach native dedicated to providing excellent dental care to his community.
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Dr. Matthew Rand

“My passion is creating bright new smiles for patients of all ages.”
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Our Approach

Reasons for
Maxillofacial Surgery

Maxillofacial surgery covers a narrower, more complex set of concerns than routine oral surgery. Patients we see for this level of care from Bay Harbor Islands typically fall into one of a few categories.

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Jaw Misalignment. When the upper and lower jaw don't meet correctly, it can affect chewing, speech, and even breathing. Corrective jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery) repositions the bone itself — something braces alone cannot do for a true skeletal discrepancy.

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TMJ Disorders. Chronic jaw pain, clicking, or limited opening that hasn't improved with splints, physical therapy, or medication may point to a joint problem that calls for surgical evaluation rather than continued conservative management.

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Facial Trauma-Adjacent Concerns. Injuries affecting the jaw or facial bones sometimes require surgical correction well after the initial injury has healed, particularly when bite alignment or jaw function is still affected.

This list isn't exhaustive — a consultation is the best way to determine whether your situation calls for maxillofacial surgery or a more conservative approach.

"Maxillofacial surgery may help with several complex jaw and facial conditions."

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Preparing for
Maxillofacial Surgery

Preparing for maxillofacial surgery starts with a thorough consultation and imaging — often 3D cone beam scans — to map the jaw and facial structures precisely before any procedure is planned. Because these cases are more involved than a standard extraction, we take extra time to coordinate any pre-surgical steps and make sure you understand exactly what the procedure will and won't address.

Before your procedure, we provide detailed written instructions covering diet, medications, and transportation, since most maxillofacial procedures involve sedation. For patients coming from Bay Harbor Islands, we're a short trip across the Shepard Broad Causeway — about 12–15 minutes via Collins Ave — so scheduling a consultation and pre-op visit is usually straightforward.

"Most maxillofacial procedures are planned well in advance, with imaging and consultation completed before the surgery date."

Aftercare

What to Expect from
Maxillofacial Surgery

Given the complexity of maxillofacial procedures, plan to arrive at least 20 minutes early to complete paperwork and review final instructions with our team. Patients with removable dental devices should bring a container to store them in during surgery.

Because these procedures typically involve deeper sedation than a routine extraction, patients should arrive wearing loose, short-sleeved clothing so staff can monitor vital signs throughout the procedure, and should arrange for someone to drive them home afterward.

"Arriving 20 minutes early gives you time to settle in and ask any last questions before a maxillofacial procedure."

Aftercare

Recovering from
Maxillofacial Surgery

Recovery from maxillofacial surgery typically takes longer than a routine dental procedure, since treatment addresses bone and joint structures rather than a single tooth. Patients should plan to rest for the first few days, avoid strenuous activity, and keep their head elevated to help manage swelling.

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Above all, follow the individualized recovery plan your surgeon provides. If you develop a fever, unusual swelling, or symptoms that worsen rather than improve after the first few days, call our office right away.

"Patients should plan to spend the rest of the day resting after maxillofacial surgery."

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Insurance & Financing Options

We accept most PPO insurance plans including Delta, Aetna, Cigna, Guardian, MetLife, Humana, and UnitedHealthcare. Flexible financing through CareCredit and Cherry, plus our in-house membership plan.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maxillofacial Surgery in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

Haratz Dental is about 5 to 6 miles from Bay Harbor Islands, a 12 to 15 minute drive via Collins Ave (A1A) and the Shepard Broad Causeway.
General oral surgery covers procedures like extractions and implant placement. Maxillofacial surgery addresses more complex jaw and facial concerns — corrective jaw surgery, TMJ-related surgical treatment, and facial trauma-adjacent reconstructive care — that go beyond routine dental work.
No referral is required. Many patients who are already established with a dentist or physician along Kane Concourse reach out to us directly when a concern turns out to need specialist-level surgical care, and we’re glad to coordinate with your existing provider.
Recovery varies by procedure, but because maxillofacial surgery addresses bone and joint structures rather than a single tooth, healing generally takes longer than a routine extraction — often one to several weeks depending on the complexity of the case.
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Complex Jaw and Facial Concerns
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If a jaw or facial concern goes beyond what routine dental care can address, our maxillofacial team can evaluate your case and walk you through your options — no separate referral process required.

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