Orthognathic Surgery: Stories

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I finally had my jaw surgery done

  • posted 8 months ago
  • updated 4 months ago
  • Worth It
  • Cost: $1,500
  • Orlando, FL

I would like ask questions to the doctors and...

I would like ask questions to the doctors and members here. I need your opinion. I am going to have an orthognathic surgery as my orthodontist told me to see an oral surgeon. I have been wearing braces for 1 year and 11 months now. I have an under bite and crossed bite. My teeth are all lined up but my bite still bad (well, better than before). I have an appointment this coming Sept. 11th. I don’t know if I need a chin reduction because my friends and family tell me that I have a long face. Also, I am very self-conscious about my cheek; I have a very flat face. Now that I lose some weight, the first thing that my friends notice is my face. When I smile I have a sunken cheek and it seems like my chin is pulling it forward, and it create creases around my mouth. I don’t know if I need a cheek implant or not, I been reading about fat transplant. What do I need to ask when I have my consultation with oral surgeon? If I need some things done in my face (like my cheek or chin) do I need to find an Oral Surgeon as well as Plastic Surgeon? Right now, I will be seeing an Oral and Maxillofacial doctor. But I been researching, there is an oral surgeon/plastic surgeon in my area. I live between Orlando and Daytona, Florida. Is there anybody here who has gone through orthognathic surgery around Orlando or Daytona area? My orthognathic surgery is covered by our insurance, but anything else will be out of pocket. I would appreciate any advice and recommendations.
Thank you.

My surgery was done on the 27th of December. The...

My surgery was done on the 27th of December. The surgery went very well, I am still swollen but I hardly had any pain at all. I stopped taking pain med on the 3rd day, although I don't need it for pain I took to be comfortable and to go to sleep. :) Now, my problem is eating. I am wired shot for 4 weeks, I am only in liquid diet (sucks, bigtime!) I'm living off, apple juice, apple sauce, ensure, smoothies, and soup. :(
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My Doctor: name not provided

I will know my decision after my consultation with my doctor. I'm still open for recommendations.

Comments (6)

Megan P (Community Manager) 8 Jan 2013

I'm so glad to hear that your surgery is behind you!! How are you doing with the liquid diet? I'm sure it is pretty old by now, but at least you are 1/4 of the way through with it now.

Please give us an update and let us know how you are doing.

cw81212 2 Dec 2012
what insurance do you have and how was it covered?
mramz2012 10 Dec 2012
I have Aetna. Before our insurance changed, they covered the whole surgery cost, but now we have to pay 15% after our deduction; still better than paying out of pocket.
mramz2012 6 Sep 2012
Thank you so much, Megan. I don't know where to post it.That's the only place I know that I can post questions and pictures. :( I been waiting for some answers, but I figured nobody noticed or interested.
Megan P (Community Manager) 7 Sep 2012

As you may have noticed our Orthognathic Surgery community is pretty new. You are only the 4th review - and we are so glad you are on here sharing!! Keep posting, the community will grow, and I know that your review, being one of the first that people will get to read a start to finish experience on, will help many people considering the surgery. You are one of the pioneering members in our little community!! :)

Megan P (Community Manager) 6 Sep 2012

From what you have shared, it sounds like you are having a consult on the 11th, is that right? If so, everything you listed sounds like great questions to bring up at the time of your consult. You are also welcome to post questions in the Q&A section so the doctors who volunteer on RealSelf can share their opinions with you.

Here is a question I submitted on your behalf:

Can Cheek Implants Be Done at the Same Time As Orthognathic Surgery?

The doctors usually start to post responses in 24-48 hours, so keep an eye out for answers.

Let us know what you find out at your consult, and what your thoughts are from there. :)

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