Patients Routinely Fly to New Jersey for Non Surgical Underbite Correction

For many adults living with an underbite, the biggest surprise is not that treatment is available without jaw surgery.

The biggest surprise is discovering that patients routinely travel from across the United States and around the world to receive it.

Every year, patients fly to Northern New Jersey seeking an alternative to traditional orthognathic jaw surgery. Many have already consulted with orthodontists or oral surgeons and are searching for a less invasive option that can dramatically improve both function and appearance.

For carefully selected adults, the Kurpis Method™ for Non Surgical Underbite Correction offers that possibility.

United States map illustrating patients traveling from major metropolitan areas across the country to Bergen County, New Jersey, for non surgical underbite correction using the Kurpis Method™, with flight paths converging on Northern New Jersey.

The illustration above demonstrates the geographic diversity of patients who travel from major metropolitan areas throughout the United States to receive treatment in our Bergen County office.

Why Patients Travel

Underbite correction without surgery remains a highly specialized area of cosmetic and restorative dentistry.

Many patients are unable to find an experienced provider close to home.

Others have been told that surgery is their only option.

When patients learn that a carefully planned, non surgical alternative may be available, many decide that traveling is well worth the opportunity.

Over the years, patients have traveled not only from throughout the United States but also from numerous countries around the world to undergo treatment.

Convenient Access to Northern New Jersey

Our office is conveniently located in Bergen County, New Jersey, with easy access from several major airports.

Most patients arrive through:

  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) approximately 30 minutes from our office.
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) approximately 40 to 50 minutes from our office, depending on traffic.
  • Teterboro Airport (TEB) for patients traveling by private aircraft.

These transportation options make travel convenient whether patients are arriving from another state or another country.

Most Patients Complete Their Visit in One Day

One of the greatest advantages of this procedure is its efficiency.

Many patients:

  • Fly into New Jersey early in the morning.
  • Receive their scheduled treatment.
  • Return to the airport later that afternoon or evening.
  • Fly home the very same day.

For many individuals, the entire experience requires only a single day away from work or family responsibilities.

Some patients choose to stay overnight to relax before returning home, particularly those traveling longer distances or internationally.

We Help Coordinate Your Visit

Traveling for dental treatment should be simple.

Our Director of Patient Services assists patients with travel planning by providing information regarding:

  • Driving directions
  • Airport transportation
  • Hotel recommendations
  • Overnight accommodations
  • Scheduling assistance
  • Local information for patients and accompanying family members

Our goal is to make every aspect of your visit as convenient and stress free as possible.

Every Patient Begins with a Comprehensive Evaluation

Not every underbite can be treated using a non surgical approach.

Every patient first undergoes a comprehensive examination that includes:

  • Complete dental examination
  • Periodontal evaluation
  • Bite analysis
  • TMJ evaluation and history
  • Digital photographs
  • Diagnostic imaging when indicated

Healthy teeth, healthy gums, and proper case selection are essential for long-term success.

Experience Your New Smile Before Treatment Begins

One feature that patients consistently appreciate is our full mouth composite mock-up.

Before definitive treatment begins, we create a temporary simulation of the proposed correction directly in the patient’s mouth.

This allows patients to:

  • See their future smile.
  • Feel their new bite.
  • Evaluate speech and comfort.
  • Assess facial appearance.
  • Experience the proposed result before making a final decision.

We often describe this as a “Try Before You Buy” experience because it allows patients to make an informed decision with confidence.

Age Is Rarely the Limiting Factor

One of the most common misconceptions is that adults are too old to correct an underbite.

In reality, there is no upper age limit.

We have successfully treated adults well into their seventies and eighties.

The determining factors are overall oral health, periodontal stability, and appropriate case selection—not chronological age.

Treatment is generally postponed until facial growth has been completed, which typically occurs in the late teens or early twenties.

Is Traveling Worth It?

Many patients tell us that after living with an underbite for years, traveling for one day was a small investment compared with the lifelong improvement they experienced in their smile, confidence, and overall quality of life.

For carefully selected adults, non surgical underbite correction can provide an alternative to jaw surgery while offering dramatic aesthetic and functional improvements.

If you have been told that surgery is your only option, you may be surprised to learn that another possibility exists.

A comprehensive consultation is the first step toward determining whether you are a candidate for this innovative approach.