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Double jaw surgery asymmetry Calgary, AB
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Hi everyone, i had braces when i was 13 for 6...
andympJuly 16, 2016
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Hi everyone, i had braces when i was 13 for 6 years in Mexico. The treatment wasn't finished so i told him to take it off. At the time i had a crooked teeth and open bite. Now im 27 years old and i knew i have a asymmetrical facial bone which mean one sideis bigger than the other one, of course i have a low self esteem for years but i ignore it. Until last year in December my mom was looking at the pictures when we were little, i was shocked how much i have changed over the years and i wasnt happy and crying all night for the way i look. So i decided go to see an orthodontist and she told me my teeth were straight, i have a crossbite and mild overbite now she says that braces wont help but jaw surgery. Then i went to see my surgeon, he was nice and i felt comfortable with him, so he sent me to do blood tests and ct scan. I will see him in 3 months to talk about what is the problem and the treatment planning. Im still unsure if i should do it or not, i want it so bad but im so scared because ive read good and bad stories and i know everybody is different and how out body works differently. However, i think its a good age to do it. I should have gone to see the surgeon when i was 24 but i was such a chicken and canceled the appointment at least i should have known different opinions.
I will see another ortho and surgeon in BC to know their opinions.
See what happens after my next appointment.
I will see another ortho and surgeon in BC to know their opinions.
See what happens after my next appointment.
Replies (14)
August 16, 2016
Hi there,
I had maxillary advancement at age 56 last October. It fixed my bite, helped my breathing, and improved my esthetics.
I would without a doubt do it all over again. BUT I had a great surgeon, and top-notch support from my orthodontist and others. The procedure was not painful or frightening. However, my surgeon was world renowned and his fee was only partially paid by insurance (I paid $18500 and they paid $3300). Hospital fees were covered by insurance.
The key to a successful procedure is having a fantastic surgeon. The vast majority of oral surgeons don't do these jaw surgeries regularly. It is imperative that you have the surgery with someone who has done at least 500 to 1000 of them. In the US, there are maybe 50 known experts, and maybe half that many who are referral magnets. Seriously, that improves your chances for a great outcome TREMENDOUSLY!
Good luck. Keep us informed.
August 18, 2016
Thank you so much for your story.
I want to hear good news about jaw surgery and the fact that you would do it all over again, i have hope and faith that everything will be good.
I'm still waiting for the next appointment and hear the results of my CT scan.
I want to hear good news about jaw surgery and the fact that you would do it all over again, i have hope and faith that everything will be good.
I'm still waiting for the next appointment and hear the results of my CT scan.
August 18, 2016
Good for you. The fee is small compared to hospital fees. If you can possibly do so, be sure to get a diagnosis that covers surgery and hospitalization i.e apnea. Also, TMJ joint replacement is very controversial, so be very careful!
July 7, 2017
Hi, this is very helpful information. I currently am deciding on if I should go with a particular surgeon who is board certified in plastic surgery and maxillofacial surgery. He is very highly respected and did the worlds first full face transplant. Him and the orthodontist also work very closely and coordinate well which is hard to find. The only thing I'm worried about is if he is more focused on plastic surgery and is not particularly experienced in jaw surgery. How do you find the experts in the field and figure out the number of this type of surgeries that various surgeons have done! Thanks so much
November 17, 2016
I'm 33 years old and I'm going forward with surgery. I look at it like this I've looked one way my entire life . Why not enhance or change my look for the other part of my life. Its your choice but I think your beautiful regardless
November 19, 2016
Thank you! I think im beautiful too but i dont like in the pictures because you can tell im asymmetric and a few people can tell. For example, if I want someone to do my make up like contouring its hard for them or for me because you can aee thats very asymmetry so there's no way to do any contour. Also, my jaw is starting hurt more and more everyday because i try to relax my jaw but cant and my teeth are so misaligned that it nother me so much when i grind and slides. Its more about functional than looks although looks would help to lokk better, more shape.
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Current pictures
andympJuly 17, 2016
No braces or surgery yet!
I have an appointment in 3 months to decide to do it or not as well see whats my problem. Lots of questions to ask the surgeon for sure!
I look so different in both side of my profile is like im 2 different people
I have an appointment in 3 months to decide to do it or not as well see whats my problem. Lots of questions to ask the surgeon for sure!
I look so different in both side of my profile is like im 2 different people
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July 18, 2016
Thank you for sharing your story with this community. I hope you get all the feedback and support you need here in order to make your journey a successful one. Please let us know how we can help!
November 14, 2016
Hey! I have the same thing. It was strange, I couldn't tell exactly what the asymmetry was until it reached a certain age and then I could really see the change. I'm 27 now. I was scheduled for surgery but at the last minute my surgeon referred me to this facial pain specialist. I know there aren't many in the US, maybe 250 of them, but the one I'm seeing is super, super thorough. He's having me try things like muscle relaxants, physical therapy, a night guard, blood tests... all sorts of things. I may still end up needing surgery, but you can have TMJ pain for reasons other than the extra bone growth. I'd recommend looking one up! This is the link to the doctor I saw, they may know of some in your area: http://www.facialpainassociates.com
I know it probably feels to you like you look totally asymmetrical and everyone can see, but it's so hard for me to tell on you at all! And I have the same exact thing. The only time people can really tell, I think, is when I'm being self-conscious about it.
Some things that have helped alleviate the TMJ pain I've had (I have what we assume is *temporary hearing loss too) is meditating, eating lots of vegetables, and avoiding inflammatory foods, like sugar/alcohol etc. The Alexander Technique is also something easy that you can do that is supposed to help with your head and neck alignment, and take the strain off your jaw. I'm trying to be my healthiest, especially if I have surgery to aid with recovery.
Good luck with everything! I know it's stressful making the decision whether or not to have surgery. You're not alone!
I know it probably feels to you like you look totally asymmetrical and everyone can see, but it's so hard for me to tell on you at all! And I have the same exact thing. The only time people can really tell, I think, is when I'm being self-conscious about it.
Some things that have helped alleviate the TMJ pain I've had (I have what we assume is *temporary hearing loss too) is meditating, eating lots of vegetables, and avoiding inflammatory foods, like sugar/alcohol etc. The Alexander Technique is also something easy that you can do that is supposed to help with your head and neck alignment, and take the strain off your jaw. I'm trying to be my healthiest, especially if I have surgery to aid with recovery.
Good luck with everything! I know it's stressful making the decision whether or not to have surgery. You're not alone!
November 14, 2016
I know right! I just turn 28 and i agree people wont notice the asymmetry but if i tell them they will pay attention to it and will agree. I have hypertrophy which means one overgrown than the other side. Im wearing night guarda to stop the grinding but last night in couldn't wear it. It was sooo painful and depends on what i ate as well.
I will look up for sure thank you! My ortho said to avoid surgery, i could wear splints. I dont know if its a good idea though.
I will post more pictures from the ct scan it will show more the asymmetry but overall the muscles are symmetry. Its amazing how about works.
Big decision, big time.
I will look up for sure thank you! My ortho said to avoid surgery, i could wear splints. I dont know if its a good idea though.
I will post more pictures from the ct scan it will show more the asymmetry but overall the muscles are symmetry. Its amazing how about works.
Big decision, big time.
November 15, 2016
Same with me! I have the exact same thing. I'm about to have a splint made, but I can definitely feel with my tongue that my teeth are worn at the surface. I'll update you when I try the splint - I think people do have success with them. How did you find out that the muscles were symmetrical - from the ct scan? I should look into that. I'll post the 3D images that I have from my bone scans too.
March 24, 2017
I have the same problem as you and when I look in the mirror it's all I see:(. I'm sorry you're going through this. Any updates?
March 25, 2017
Yea it really sucks and worst people think you look good qnd dont need it. Its not just cosmetic.
Well, my orthodontist did impressions of my teeth and sent it to the surgeon. My ortho told me thst my teeth sre straight bite isn't one side in the upper its narrow and a mild overbite.
He said that the surgeon said its not a difficult case but the plan its not easy he will tell me the option to see if i like it what I see or not. Unfortunately he is a very busy surgeon and havent seen him since and also im getting laid off from work so it has to wait to do the process.
How about you? Any treatment or you havent seen an ortho yet?
Well, my orthodontist did impressions of my teeth and sent it to the surgeon. My ortho told me thst my teeth sre straight bite isn't one side in the upper its narrow and a mild overbite.
He said that the surgeon said its not a difficult case but the plan its not easy he will tell me the option to see if i like it what I see or not. Unfortunately he is a very busy surgeon and havent seen him since and also im getting laid off from work so it has to wait to do the process.
How about you? Any treatment or you havent seen an ortho yet?
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andympJuly 18, 2016
Everyday I feel so different, of course I'm growing up. I do really want to do this.
Gotta be patient to see my surgeon in 3 months and decide yes or not!
So scared!
Gotta be patient to see my surgeon in 3 months and decide yes or not!
So scared!
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July 19, 2016
Hello beautiful, you look great. I myself will be having double jaw surgery in November for my underbite. Luckily the military is covering it. I've had my braces on since January.
How much movement are they planning to do with your mouth? My upper jaw is a bit more narrow that my bottom so that means they will be splicing the upper jaw also ;(""
July 19, 2016
Thank you Armando!
Well, when i saw him he told me that on the right side is longer than the left side. He just told me that he has to do double jaw and xray wasnt enough to know if the bone has stopped growing. So i had to go get ct-scan. I already did them but i will ser my surgeon in October; here in Canada it makes us wait a lot. I gotta be patient. I will for sure post the new by the time i see him.
Well, when i saw him he told me that on the right side is longer than the left side. He just told me that he has to do double jaw and xray wasnt enough to know if the bone has stopped growing. So i had to go get ct-scan. I already did them but i will ser my surgeon in October; here in Canada it makes us wait a lot. I gotta be patient. I will for sure post the new by the time i see him.
July 20, 2016
I never had braces until Jan 2016 which was free with the military Otrho ;). They removed two wisdom teeth I had on my lower jaw to make room for the jaw surgery. I have a few more monthly adjustments and then they will do an updated X-ray and mouth cast and prepare for surgery for Nov.
July 26, 2016
I think you have a lovely face and in my opinion, you notice the asymmetry more than anyone else.
August 27, 2016
aug. 21, 2014 is when i got my top braces and in dec. it will be 2 years for my bottom ones. i seen quite a difference in my teeth but its been 2 years i get them off in about 6 months and honestly my teeth should've been straight by now there is still a whole bunch of gaps and i also have a cross-bite and under-bite. They mentioned something about a surgery once (but not to me) and i never heard anything since then. i am very insecure of how i look but hopefully i'll get them fixed . By the way wish you luck !
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