After Surgery: Canted Jaw!! Can only bite on ONE TOOTH
Posted: Wed Nov 12, 2014 3:17 pm
Hello everyone, first post here...
So I had jaw surgery (maxillary impaction, mandibular advancement, and genioplasty) 3 months ago for sleep apnea. Since my bite was good to begin with, I opt for arch bars to hold my jaw together instead of getting braces. However, now my lower jaw is completely tilted to the side and I can only bite on my last tooth on the left side. This is a traumatic occlusion and I just want to know if anyone has had to redo the surgery. Is a canted mandible a frequent occurrence or should I consult legal advice?
Thanks all, I am extremely worried..
So I had jaw surgery (maxillary impaction, mandibular advancement, and genioplasty) 3 months ago for sleep apnea. Since my bite was good to begin with, I opt for arch bars to hold my jaw together instead of getting braces. However, now my lower jaw is completely tilted to the side and I can only bite on my last tooth on the left side. This is a traumatic occlusion and I just want to know if anyone has had to redo the surgery. Is a canted mandible a frequent occurrence or should I consult legal advice?
Thanks all, I am extremely worried..