Jaw Surgery?!
Question: I don't know if there is a name for it, but I'm getting my jaw broken in i think four different places and then they bring my jaw forward and insert titanium plates, or something..
my questions are:
first of all, does anyone know how long it takes to heal?
does it hurt a lot? (and for how long?)
and currently, I don't have much of a chin, after the surgery will my chin be more... of a chin?
thanks all.
Answers: I don't know if there is a name for it, but I'm getting my jaw broken in i think four different places and then they bring my jaw forward and insert titanium plates, or something..
my questions are:
first of all, does anyone know how long it takes to heal?
does it hurt a lot? (and for how long?)
and currently, I don't have much of a chin, after the surgery will my chin be more... of a chin?
thanks all.
You are having surgery because you have a "retronathic" jaw, meaning your jaw is short or under-pronounced. Your jaw line will be lengthened by having titanium plates inserted in various locations in the jaw. This will improve your facial profile as it brings your chin forward, more in line with your upper jaw.
Honestly, I do not know how long it is going to take you to heal. Your doctor should discuss healing time with you.
You should not be in any significant discomfort post-operatively. You will probably be given pain killers to get you through the first few days just in case you need them. If you do suffer intolerable discomfort, don't tough it out, get help.
Excellent oral hygiene is necessary because you do not want to introduce bacteria into the jaw or surgical site through gingivitis and periodontal disease. You are going to want to minimize the amount of oral bacteria in your mouth especially if the surgery is being performed from the inside of your mouth (to avoid scarring on your face). Brush two to three times per day, floss daily, and consider Crest Pro Health, Listerine or hydrogen peroxide diluted in half with warm water.
I am troubled that the doctor who is going to be performing this procedure did not take the time to discuss any of this with you. I hope he is good at what he does because his communication style is unacceptable and UNETHICAL. You are supposed to both understand AND appreciate what the surgery is all about and what the risks are. Give this some consideration before you allow this doctor to touch you.
Sounds weird...Especially the plaque part. I would definitely question a health professional who would put stipulations on aftercare. I guess my first question is why are you having this done? Is it because of pain (and where is this pain located?) or is it because of aesthetics? Other things I would inquire are: is this an oral facial surgeon performing this or a dentist? From my experience treating patients with TMD (temporomandibular joint dysfunction), Aggressive surgeries have kinda gone by the wayside. It seems like oral facial surgeons are taking a more conservative approach with there not being much research to back the positive outcomes of very aggressive surgical approaches. My recommendation would be to consult a 2nd opinion before undergoing this procedure. If it is a dentist looking to perform this procedure, then consult an oral facial surgeon.