Jaw Surgery?!

Jaw Surgery?

I have an open/under bite and I am expecting to have jaw surgery sometime before the summer is up. Susposedly, they're going to be doing everything from the inside, so I'll have no scaring on the outside. To be completely honest I'm dreading it and completely petrified. I've never had any kind of major surgery before. I have high expectations with my results. Anybody here had a similar procedure done? I don't want you to scare me I just wanna know like, how do you eat and how long does the jaw have to be wired shut and stuff like that. Is there also anyway I can take something to keep me calm before I go into surgery? I have a consultation coming up soon and would also like ideas on questions to ask. Everything I will ask him but would like different opinions.

2 weeks ago
I'm seeing an oral surgeon recomended by my orthodontist.

Nevada Poker is beyond paranoid about this. This operation IS medically necessary because it affects your chewing. Not being able to chew adequately will lead to later health issues. Not only that, but TMJ pain and uneven tooth wear are real problems that can be headed off with this surgery. The docs involved don't do these operations to "make money"; they do them to improve a patient's quality of life.
Eating is rather simple; there are complete nutrition products, like Ensure or Boost. The recommended intake is 6 cans per day for women and eight cans per day for men. You will need to use a straw for about 5 or 6 weeks.
Ask the surgeon about what results he/she expects, the eating /jaw wiring issue, brushing your teeth, and something for your anxiety. Ask also about post-operative pain management.
Good luck! I've seen many patients who've had really good results from this operation.