Jaw Surgery: 1 week overview (orthognathic surgery)

Jaw Surgery (orthognathic surgery) to correct an underbite, class III malocclusion. 1 week overview.

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[CoreysMaggot92]

hey, great video!

i have quite a bad underbite myself, and my orthodontist is pushing me to go for a 4 hour surgery but i'm just really worried about the actual op and the recovery period after (mine will be 6 weeks). how did your recovery go? did you have any numbness in the lip/chin area? thank you!

[buchey]

@CoreysMaggot92 Hi, I would absolutely recommend that you get the orthognathic surgery that your orthodontist is recommending! You will be able to chew better, have healthier teeth and have a better looking smile for it.

Recovery was really pretty easy overall. The the first day after you will be able to walk around normally. Your teeth are wired (rubber-banded) shut for about 1-2 weeks. It's soft food for a month from there. It's really not painful, just a lot of dull soreness for a few days

[auburnaggies]

did u pay for this out of pocket or did the insurance company cover for you? i heard it costs a lot and i dont think i'll be able to afford it without insurance

[buchey]

@auburnaggie The cost of treatment will depend a lot on the specific treatment you need. The best way to find this out is to go to the oral surgeon or dentist for a consultation. They will be able to find out all the costs before anything is final. Consultations are usually not too costly. The best approach is to ask your general/family dentist where to start.

[buchey]

@buchey also, it is completely worth it. It's changed my life for the better.

[HeelsDownHeadUp]

Hey, ok i have to have this surgery next month from my over bite and im completely nervous!! Were you in school when you had your surgery? and if so how many days did you miss? I am only required to miss 3 days!

[roserose217]

dude, major props to your mom.

if i can be even an ounce of good to my new son that your mom has been to you...

(i know this vid is from 5 years ago but this is the first time i have come across it.

[CowKingJavi]

I just had surgery on December 23rd. I got to say the recovery isn't bad at all. The problems was the first couple of days getting used to it and trying to drink. And sometimes having a little trouble breathing but it gets better after a couple of days. There was bearly any pain at all and a lot of swelling going on for the next week or two. The only major problem. Well for me actually. Is the part where your not able to eat for about 4 weeks. xD In my opinion. The surgery is worth it.

[Shawnadulthood]

Getting lower jaw surgery tomorrow morning

[klovergirl7]

Thank you for posting, it helps to know what to expect! ;-)

[MoonlightLady1111]

You inspired me to make my own jaw surgery recovery video:-)

[wavegroupbassplayer]

good evening, (or morning depending on what timezone you live in)

glad to hear that your surgery went well

if I may ask how long did it take you to start eating solid like foods without trouble? I had mine done 4 weeks ago and was curious appx how much longer till I can eat my favs again

thx

[iTuttefruit]

ahhh im getting my surgery done in june! im 15 and im gonna be missing so much of school recovering from this surgery :o

[chichiswaqq]

How Long Did U Have To Be Fed Through A Tube ????????