Question 1

how exactly is double jaw surgery done? and what can i expect during recovery?

Accepted Answer

Many steps: Usually the lower and the upper jaws are moved into the proper position to achieve the best bite and esthetics possible.   Your orthodontist certainly usually is part of the team.   Expect some discomfort and swelling after the surgery.  Most patients recover well.   I am sure your surgery will run very smooth.  Let me congratulate you ahead on this very big decision.

Question 2

tell me about the sid effect of double jaw surgery ? what is the common things that might happen even after one month from surgery ?

Accepted Answer

Few things: I'm assuming you need this for jaw alignment.  There is a lot that goes into this including orthodontics to correct your bite.  You can expect to have your jaw wired shut after and being placed on a liquid/soft diet.  There is usually significant pain which will be managed by medication.  I would suggest that you discuss your expectations thoroughly with your surgeon before surgery.

Question 3

could clenching hard 3 months post op double jaw surgery shift the jaws/ bite?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Not sure what you mean by "double jaw surgery", but clenching hard for 3 months will both wear down your teeth and cause stress in the muscles and ligaments that allow your jaw to move. This can cause bite "to shift". See your dentist about getting a night guard to help protect the teeth. Physical therapy may also help to reduce the muscle strain and reduce the clenching.

Question 4

i am having a double jaw surgery to adjust my under-bite. would this be considered a routine surgery?

Accepted Answer

Depends: That all depends on what you would consider "routine". From the surgeon's standpoint, it might be routine, but from your's-far from it. It is a not uncommon surgery, but complex in nature. The results are usually quite remarkable, and I have never had a patient who has gone through this have any regrets. As you recover, keep your focus on the end result-it will improve your future quality of life.

Question 5

had double jaw surgery 10 weeks ago, tonight ate hard strawberries. my mandible felt a bit odd where the plates would be, could jaws have shifted?

Accepted Answer

Likely not: 10 weeks allows reasonable bone healing with plates involved. Clearly be smart and keep off hard foods. You may be feeling muscle attachments pulling. When you activate them with forceful chewing, they will contract and pull against their attachment points/areas. This is likely what you were feeling. You may get some inflammation and swelling. See your Surgeon if needed. Good Luck.

Question 6

i'm curious if you need braces for double jaw surgery?

Accepted Answer

Usually yes: Most patients do undergo orthodontic treatment to properly align the teeth in each jaw before undergoing double jaw surgery.  A consultation with the appropriate records and clinical examination with an orthodontist and surgeon can advise you of what may be necessary to undergo orthognathic surgery to correct your problem.

Question 7

can you have double jaw surgery(with mandibular advancement) with displaced tmj discs? or will you relapse?

Accepted Answer

Stable: You must be in a stable position before this surgery, or there will not be any reference position for positioning and no stability. Also, after healing the displaced disks might not reposition properly and the surgery will have been for naught. Get stable first. Often this requires splint therapy (24/7) for 6-8 months or as long as it takes to recapture and reposition the disks. 2nd opinion.

Question 8

6months ago i had double jaw surgery.i've noticed my front tooth is gray. my insurance is on hold til sept.should i seek assistance asap or can i wait?

Accepted Answer

Seek treatment now!: A grey front tooth that has just happened usually indicates a problem has occurred in the tooth's soft tissue center-the pulp.  A condition like this will not resolve itself and you should seek a professional opinion. It could potentially become an infection! I'm sure you wouldn't wait if one of your fingers or toes turned grey...so what makes your tooth different? Get help now!

Question 9

i blew my nose twice hard after double jaw surgery, i heard this could pull the face bones apart?

Accepted Answer

Stretching : Your face has bones and cartilage which sustain some stretching with a forceful blow of the nose. Since your bones are held together with joints and ligaments, only a reversible stretching will occur. This should not cause problems with your jaw healing after surgery, but if you have lasting pain after blowing your nose, go see your surgeon and ask questions !

Question 10

i had double jaw surgery ten days ago. is there a way to make the stitches in my mouth dissolve faster?

Accepted Answer

Resolvable stitches: The stitches generally serve the purpose of protecting the surgical site for several days and so it is advisable to leave them in tact. If they are truly bothersome I suggest that you return to your healthcare provider and allow him or her to address this for you.

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Tell me about the sid effect of double jaw surgery ? what is the common things that might happen even after one month from surgery ?

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Could clenching hard 3 months post op double jaw surgery shift the jaws/ bite?

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I am having a double jaw surgery to adjust my under-bite. would this be considered a routine surgery?

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Had double jaw surgery 10 weeks ago, tonight ate hard strawberries. my mandible felt a bit odd where the plates would be, could jaws have shifted?

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I'm curious if you need braces for double jaw surgery?

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Can you have double jaw surgery(with mandibular advancement) with displaced tmj discs? or will you relapse?

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6months ago i had double jaw surgery.i've noticed my front tooth is gray. my insurance is on hold til sept.should i seek assistance asap or can i wait?

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I blew my nose twice hard after double jaw surgery, i heard this could pull the face bones apart?

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I had double jaw surgery ten days ago. is there a way to make the stitches in my mouth dissolve faster?

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