I'm 19 and I used to have really bad teeth, I had braces for two phases and I'm mostly happy with them besides the fact it looks like I have what I believe is an open-bite still? Anyways, I hate my profile and I feel it looks like I have no jaw definition and I was wondering if there was anyway to fix it? I also think I might have a TMJ problem because my jaw makes a snapping sound when I yawn and gets sore. I'm not sure if that should affect my decision or not. Thank you.
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The cost will depend upon the specific surgery you require. Since you do not have Canadian Health insurance, you would have to consider the limited cost of hospitalization; as well as anesthesia; and the surgery. You could check with your US insurer to see if they will cover any of those costs,...
The muscle that runs around the neck is called platysma. This muscle is hooked up with the jaw line superiorly and collar bone inferiorly. When this muscle is not tight enough (sagging), you have this problem. A surgery to tighten this muscle will help in solveing your problem.
It is best to view asymmetries 'in person'; but yes, one can change the contours of the lower jaw for example, without affecting your bite. Xrays also help to demonstrate the irregular 'slant'; so go to an Oral/Maxillofacial surgeon for a review.
