Question 1

could an underbite jaw surgery really hurt?

Accepted Answer

Prepare well: Your surgical team repeats this type of surgeries for many patients. They are very aware of post-surgery pain and how to help you with it. If you tend to do poorly after any trauma, letting your family and doctor know will be helpful. This prepares them well. In addition, it is good to prepare yourself well. Patients who know how to stay calm and relax heals better, and experience less pain.

Question 2

is there any medical benefit to underbite jaw surgery.

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Jaw Surgery Benefits: YES  do it. This procedure corrects you bite, improves chewing function will improve your self-esteem tremendously. Not doing this will cause your bite to deteriorate during the 3rd-4th -5th decades of life. I am a hospital trained DDS and assisted the Oral surgeons with this. Girls changed hughly with improved studies clothing selection, weight control, better friends,  generally became
sucessful

Question 3

is jaw surgery necessary for an underbite as an adult? do i have any other options?

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Consultation: Your question is best answered after an evaluation by a local orthodontist. Each case is a little different, so surgery isn't always the only option. All the best...

Question 4

what can be expected after orthognathic jaw surgery to correct underbite?

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Ask your Surgeon: We have limited space to answer these types of questions and each case is different. With this extensive a procedure, this is something that you should have a sit down one on one discussion with not only the surgeon, but all other dentists involved (for example-orthodontist and general dentist). Good luck.

Question 5

hi, can i wear invisalign instead braces before my jaw surgery. i have a slight underbite, my upper and lower jaw are in a line. i'm 18.

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Ortho Consult: You'll need to consult with a local orthodontist who will work with a local oral surgeon as a team to formulate the best way to treat your malocclusion. Your orthodontist will have better control over the movement of your teeth using traditional brackets and wires, but please direct your desires to them.

Question 6

i have an underbite but my molar and pre molar teeth are aligned. i have spaces on my lower front teeth. do i need jaw surgery to fix it?

Accepted Answer

Can't tell: I would have to examine you to answer that question.  From your description, however, it's possible that your problem may be resolvable with Orthodontic treatment alone.  See a qualified Orthodontic Specialist for evaluation.

Question 7

can clenching cause jaw surgery relapse?

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Need more info: You would need to let us know what type of surgery you had.

Question 8

will a jaw surgery change my facial apperance?

Accepted Answer

Depend on type of Sx: If you have facial surgery to change the position of your jaw bones or facial cosmetic surgery then yes it will change the appearance of your face but if you have intra-oral surgery for problems involving your gums or teeth then there should be no external changes in your facial appearance. You  need a consultation with a surgeon to see what type of surgery you need.

Question 9

am having a jaw surgery and am scared about it ? what do u advises me before my surgery ?

Accepted Answer

More discussion: I think you need to discuss this further with your surgeon.  He/she should be able to answer all your questions and prepare you to their best ability.

Question 10

what are jaw surgery complications?

Accepted Answer

Jaw surgery: Infection, bleeding, swelling are common . Numbness, malocclusion, relapse are uncommon.

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What can be expected after orthognathic jaw surgery to correct underbite?

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Hi, can i wear invisalign instead braces before my jaw surgery. i have a slight underbite, my upper and lower jaw are in a line. i'm 18.

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I have an underbite but my molar and pre molar teeth are aligned. i have spaces on my lower front teeth. do i need jaw surgery to fix it?

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Can clenching cause jaw surgery relapse?

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Am having a jaw surgery and am scared about it ? what do u advises me before my surgery ?

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