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A member asked:
Is the remaining numbness in the chin/lower lip (a year after jaw surgery and sliding genioplasty) permanent, or could it still improve?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Most Likely Will Not: Although very rare, I have seen patients who have had sensation recovery beyond a year. There are several injuries to a nerve that can occur. Neuropraxia, axonotmesis, and neurotmesis. Best to discuss this with your oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
Answered 6/9/2020
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Yes: It is unlikely to return to normal this late after surgery but it could still improve, especially if you have noticed any return over the last several months. Tingling is a sign of healing.
Answered 2/21/2017
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