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I had my jaw replaced, both sides, 4 years ago this month and to this day I only get 3 fingers. I am with a new partner and trying oral sex for the 1st time in my life...and I am also wondering if I can get more room? Plus my jaw squeaks when there is repetitive movement, very distracting. It took ...

I hate to say it, but I’m glad to hear from y’all! I always wonder how you guys are doing. I stopped checking this forum regularly a few months ago but I guess I’ll have to start checking again. I wish we could subscribe to a particular thread and get notifications. Jaime, ofc I saw your most recent...

Most people don’t fix it. Give it more time to get full movement back and swelling to go away, but that is very common, especially for older patients. It’s a risk of CCW rotation, and an extremely common outcome. Cosmetic procedures may offer a little help. Even a downgraft revision surgery, if you ...

You may end up looking even older! But let us know what the surgeon says!

In the second before and after picture (the .docx one), the before is on the left (above the braces pic) and the after is on the right, correct?

Practically speaking, since you asked, at your age there are a few additional concerns. Normally this surgery is very difficult mentally. Looking at a new face in the mirror can take many years to get used to. You’ve gotten used to your current face for 46 years, and now likely consciously or subcon...

That’s a good question, I was just thinking it was because I don’t have braces yet. I think it’s the easiest way of keeping things stable in the absence of braces, but he didn’t specifically say that. Interesting. I guess it would be even better than archbars, but you’ll be locked down then, right?...

Sorry to hear you need another surgery, Nozzel! Recovering from SARPE wasn’t nearly as bad as double jaw surgery, but I was on soft food for awhile. The other thing that sucks is going in public with a big gap between your front teeth, but it’s short-lived, at least. Looks like I haven’t updated th...

Just wow. I think it’s really underrated to have a doctor that makes you feel comfortable enough to air your thoughts and gives them legitimate consideration. We’re talking about our faces here, it’s insane not to have any (or minimal) input. What’s the timeline look like? How much width do you thin...

Well... SARPE is now on the table. Things settling way too narrow. Wish we had done SARPE before double jaw; but better late than never. Unfortunately first available appt is late November. It never ends... Wowww that’s stunning. Have they mentioned you being a borderline SARPE case in the past?! A...

Welcome Kiki! I’m not sure about the insurance timing as that part was pretty opaque for me. I would guess it takes a week or 2 after it’s submitted, but I’m not sure. Maybe someone else can chime in who had a more transparent experience. Sometimes insurance companies ask for additional supporting i...

Good to hear from you Nozzel! The new retainers sound interesting. Did your ortho describe them or say what they’re called? Regarding the numbness, I think about it less and less these days. Rarely at all, at this point, so I’m just going to assume it’s because I was a little “old” when I had my sur...

I'm pretty upset but I also feel vindicated that I was right about what was going on. I totally get being upset about the road ahead, but I am SO happy for you that you’ve finally gotten to the bottom of the issue! It seems like for years you were coming home from the orthodontist or TMJ doc with h...

I am in the US, so my surgeon probably isn’t one you would consider. In fact, she isn’t even particularly well known in my area of the US, but she was covered by my insurance plan and she did a great job. I’m not familiar with any doctors in Europe, unfortunately, so I can’t give my input on that. O...

1. Yes, but more for cosmetic reasons, though I do believe my sleep apnea has improved. 2. I still snore occasionally, but not as often. 3. I believe there is a chance of relapse, especially if you gain weight. 4. My surgery was 7 years ago. It was one of the best things I ever did, but I underestim...