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... depends on your particular problem and the surgery used to correct it. It's unlikely you'll find an orthodontist that has sent multiple cases to Arnett/Gunson, since they are in CA. You should be able to find an oral surgeon in Colorado that knows how to do orthognathic surgery; most orthodontists ...

... me to not pursue corrective surgery. Until now…As I'm aging my jaws are causing functional problems and I have decided to have a consult with Dr. Arnett/Gunson. From all I've read, if any one can help me it would be them. I live in Colorado, however. I have a million questions but here are a few ...

Congrats! I'm one week out and feeling pretty good already! I will say that the better hydrated and well fed you keep yourself immediately after, the easier it will be to bounce back. I was scorned by my OS for being dehydrated and losing 5 lbs, which I thought wasn't a lot... But it does make a dif...

Congratulations on setting a date!

Make sure you have a variety of liquids and eventually soft foods. Also if you don't have one a travel pillow (u shaped) is a life saver.

I got scheduled today!!!1 so excited! Surgery is in April! now to start the food planning oh man

... re-arrange your jaws. If it's possible, it wouldn't hurt to meet with docs outside your state. Some suggestions of well regarded docs...Posnick, Arnett/Gunson, Kevin McBride, Dr. Schendel, Dr. Relle.

I am having surgery with Dr. Gunson in August. I know Dr. Arnett has been around longer than Gunson but Arnett is less available due to teaching etc. BUT both doctors will be at the surgery and they both do measurements and work together on the plan...so ...

Gotta agree with the others, its an operation on your face! Only go with someone you have 110% trust in, and if that's A&G, go with it. The cost will be worth it in the long run. I also agree that you don't need to move permanently to LA. I've heard of many people traveling just for the surgery ...

I wouldn't make a decision where to move based on the presence of A/G. You can move wherever you like, and just travel for the surgery; plenty of people do. The travel and lodging costs are rather puny in the big scheme of things. (Especially compared to A/G's fees!)

I am having surgery with Dr. Gunson in August. I know Dr. Arnett has been around longer than Gunson but Arnett is less available due to teaching etc. BUT both doctors will be at the surgery and they both do measurements and work together on the plan...so ...

Hi Metal Mouth Friends, I am having double jaw surgery with Drs. Arnett and Gunson on August 21st. I know it is still a few months out but I was wondering if anyone else is scheduled in August and if anyone else is going with Arnett and Gunson? Oddly enough ...

... surgeon's technique dictates the possibility of this occurrence. I have to admit after meeting Dr. Gunson and reading the feedback from several Arnett/Gunson patients, I feel confident in Gunson's expertise.[/quote] Hi double, could you possibly send me an email at cfrance "at" gmail ...

Does anyone know if there are any other surgeons in California (besides Arnett/Gunson) that performs the "counter-clockwise rotation" technique? Any input would be appreciated.

I lived in LA for four years. It was an amazing experience. If you can afford it, I say go for it.

... I'd like to hear as much as possible from those with experience. If you've had surgery with them... if you know others who've had it... whether Arnett is generally "better" than Gunson or vice versa... results with either one. Anything is helpful. Thanks for your time!