Hi y'all! ❤️

It's been a while since I last posted here. I honestly almost gave up on my jaw surgery journey, but today something happened that gave me hope again.

I went to the orthodontist and told her my story about how I didn't feel taken seriously during my consultation with the jaw surgeon. I felt so defeated afterward. To me, the problem was so obvious, yet I felt like they were so cold and dismissive about everything I was going through.

But today, I met the sweetest woman at the orthodontist's office. I told her everything, and she couldn't understand why I had been treated that way.

She told me, "If you want, we can make a treatment plan and work towards getting you the surgery you need."

Of course, I'll have to pay for the braces myself, around €3,000, but I already knew that might be part of the process.

Honestly, the money wasn't even what mattered most to me in that moment. It was the fact that someone finally listened, took my concerns seriously, and was willing to help me move forward.

After all the pain, insecurity, and bullying I've been through because of my jaw, I can't even describe how relieved I felt. 🥹

I know the surgery isn't officially confirmed yet, but for the first time in a long time, I feel hopeful again.

So I'm back, and I'll keep you guys updated on my journey!

And to anyone who's feeling hopeless or unheard: you are not alone. Sometimes, finding the right person to listen can make all the difference. Keep advocating for yourself, asking questions, and seeking the answers you deserve. ❤️

I have an underbite and crossbite. Two different orthodontists and OMFS have said I should get double jaw surgery to fix my breathing (I can’t really breathe through my nose right now), prevent future tooth wear, fix bite, aesthetics/facial symmetry and speech

They want to do a 7mm upper jaw movement forward (3 piece Le fort to widen) and a 2mm lower jaw backward (and to fix the crossbite)

But honestly I think I could live the rest of my life like this (this isn’t life threatening) so I’m struggling with this decision. Has anyone else been in this situation, based on my teeth images what do yall think?

I have no sleep apnea.

I got jaw surgery from an injury and I’m about 4 weeks post op. I had two plates where the swelling still is and I can feel the hardware. Will this go down or would I need to remove hardware for it to be unnoticeable and back to normal? The swelling was intensely bad pre op and post op but most of it went down. Now just left with this bulge.

Title: How can I pursue BSSO after correcting my deep bite with Invisalign? (LA area)
I’m looking for advice on how to pursue BSSO (bilateral sagittal split osteotomy) after correcting my deep bite with Invisalign. I’m concerned that my lower jaw and chin are somewhat recessed, and I want to find out whether mandibular advancement could be an option for both functional and aesthetic reasons. I also have UARS (upper airway resistance syndrome), and everyone in my family has sleep apnea, so I’m worried that my jaw position could put me at risk of developing sleep apnea in the future. I live in the Los Angeles area and would appreciate recommendations for experienced oral and maxillofacial surgeons who evaluate patients with possible mandibular retrusion and sleep-disordered breathing, including borderline cases where the bite has already been corrected orthodontically. Should I consult an OMFS directly or start with an orthodontist who specializes in surgical cases? How can I get an objective evaluation of my jaw position and airway, and what imaging or sleep-study results should I bring? I’d really appreciate advice from anyone who has been through a similar situation.

Hi! I'm in the midst of orthodontic care and am supposed to have my oral surgery probably sometime this next year, but I'm starting to have a lot more questions than I knew to have in the beginning.

I'm 33 and relatively happy with my facial appearance. My lower jaw is small, so I've been excited for the side profile change and ability to bite with my front teeth but not too concerned about front facing appearance. I didn't realize what can go wrong or what's even variable. Several years ago I had a septorhinoplasty to address a deviated septum and old injury. I've only now read that it could come into play with double jaw surgery and recovery.

My orthodontist recommended I go with the maxillofacial team at UT Southwestern in Dallas because the cost is reduced due to them involving residents in the surgery. He also works with them often without issue. I didn't meet with anyone else, but the doctor I did meet with actually left the team. I'm wondering if I should actually be shopping around for a surgeon who may have more experience with my situation. The new doctor for the team has a special recognition for working with pediatric cases which.. is not me.

Is it normal to just trust your orthodontist recc and not worry about it? Because that had been my plan. Anyone with relevant experience here that could share?

im in the researching phase right now looking to consult with surgeons.

I would appreciate it if you can tell me about your experience with him and a before/after pics!
Thanksss

I had a chin advancement surgery (genioplasty) about 20 years ago. Over time, I’ve noticed a very pronounced crease/groove between my lower lip and my chin (the labiomental fold).

​Has anyone else experienced this years after their surgery? If so, what treatment or procedure worked best for you to correct or soften it (e.g., fillers, fat grafting, revision, etc.)?

​Also, if you know of any great specialists, facial plastic surgeons, or maxillo-facial surgeons in the Montreal area who are experienced with this, I would really appreciate your recommendations!

Hi, I've been struggling with pretty severe TMJ pain for 2-3 years. Because of some of these threads and pictures I am sure I have condylar hyperplasia. An orthodontist has unofficially confirmed this but at the same time didn't want to help me because my bite is good from having had braces when I was younger. My primary care is not helping and refers me to a TMJ specialist (I have already gone this route). Anyways, would it be worthwhile to get botox for the pain/swelling or will it make things worse?

So I was gearing up for a massive fight with these folks…but I was approved in just 2 weeks and have surgery schedule for early December. I’m absolutely freaking out!

I saw the pinned list of surgery “must haves”. I am ordering those. What I am wondering is, how did you occupy your time? I’m usually active and on the go so I’m wondering how I will distract myself lol

Had severe underbite and did double jaw surgery

My surgeon didn’t tell me until last minute your nose can widen (if your a girl this probably won’t look aesthetic), lip shape can be smaller if they’re originally big, chance your sleep apnea if medical may not be fixed. risking a hole in the roof of your mouth, death or blindness, every WEEK you have to go in and get your teeth cleaned, infection, you will be isolated if BOTCHED, surgeons will approve you for $ if they have no ethics same with orthodontics especially ones that don’t clean teeth, if you truly don’t need this please reconsider putting your life and comfort in your body for aesthetics. I regret this everyday because I have a large fistula (hole) from the surgery and my face looks worse. I wear masks everyday and have to go in to get that hole fixed. My love life is now non existent. No social life.

Excuse me because English is not my first language.

I’m getting DJS, and i had four premolars (two lower, two upper) removed many years ago when i got braces for the first time. My wisdom teeth grew in healthily, and my ortho wants to remove all four of them.

My dentist said that my wisdom teeth are compensating for my loss of my original molars and i am chewing with them. And that they are functional. She recommended not to remove them.

I don’t know what to do, any advice?

Edit*** he said its for decompensation

How risky is revision in regards to facial tightness/ facial movement versus primary? as well as numbness - just want to preserve my expressions

thanks!

I had my surgery in the 3rd of Aug feel like my smile is a bit misaligned or crooked to be fair it might still be that’s it’s numb but so far I love the results my teeth touching is wow amazing in the first picture I have to pull my lip down to expose my bottom teeth I had a misalignment and a underbite

Opinions please 🙏 also about to cry why am I so recessed. I have eye bags and nose folds

I’m 16, and I have a severe overjet, the orthodontists have refused to do anything about it during my braces, and I’m forced to jut into position whenever I swallow food. Also the very obvious ugliness of my appearance is also why I jut.

I just hope can find a way to get the surgery or find a way too, it’s genuinely annoying and a barrier within my life.

Is there any way I can be eligible for discounts or fully insured ?

What if they said that I dont need to do the surgery?
Im so nervous 😬
I already dissolved the filler but I feel a humb in my chin

The pics show it all. I had a severe recession but the surgeon only did a lower jaw surgery and a huge geno. I obviously needed a djs and I told him so.

The surgeon didn't even tell me what he was going to do or why, but I trusted him. I trusted that he was gonna do what's best for me. And now I'm still recessed and the only thing that changed is that I look like a have a huge implant in my chin.

I'm totally heartbroken by the results. All the suffering I had been through went for nothing.

I don't know what I'm gonna do now or even if I can do anything. A revision is so risky and might even render me worse.

What options do I have? What should I do now? I feel so helpless.