jaws wired shut? screws? plate?

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i am contemplating getting lower jaw surgery and my oral surgeon has

recommended that i get my jaws wired shut...i have read in several

other websites that getting your jaws wired shut isn't necessarily the

only option these days, given that they can use screws to hold the

bones in place. what is everyone's thoughts on what the best route to

take is. i figure if i don't have my jaws wired shut i might be able

to eat soft foods (not just liquid foods) in a few weeks and that

would alleviate excess weight loss. however ive been told that using

screws or plates can cause permanent numbness too...