Sliding genioplasty about 4 years & my bite looks off, do I need jaw surgery? (Photos)

November 23, 2023
Asked By:Lorelai_ in New York, NY

I’ve had a sliding genioplasty about 4 years ago and it made me notice something. I’ve had braces for my overbite when I was younger, but my bite has never felt right. I was looking back at my X-ray photos from the surgery and noticed my bite looks off. I don’t get why this was never mentioned to me. I’m no expert, so maybe there’s nothing wrong. I do suffer from TMJ symptoms, teeth grinding, headaches and my midline is pretty far off. Should I’ve gotten jaw surgery instead of a genioplasty?

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