1 week post op, bimax upper and lower jaw - open bite

[yeahyeahyeah]

Hi,

I used to post here, so thought I would update you guys.

I had an anterior open bite, reverse overjet (class 2), with my chin being off the centre of my face. I have undergone jaw surgery to correct it, and I must say I am thrilled by the results. Even though I am still very swollen, losing weight with the elastics breaking off. One visible difference I can see already is that my chin is in the centre of my face, and I have a more defined jawline.. I was previously very depressed over this due to the inability to smile with my teeth showing.

Anyway, for those that have had it - I am wondering how your self esteem improved after jaw surgery.

Cheers.

YYY

[Heavyweight]

Glad to hear you're happy. What kind of jaw movements did you have? Who was your surgeon?

[yeahyeahyeah]

Not too sure about the details, but I had double jaw surgery - top and bottom jaws were rest. I think the top was moved forward, with the bottom rotated so that my chin is realigned.

Currently wearing rubber bands to keep my bite stable.

I got it done on the NHS.