Wiring versus rigid fixation and elastic bands

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Hi All,

I've seen just saw an OS for a second opinion yesterday and he told me

that I should be able to have rigid fixation and elastic bands rather

than wiring which is instead the option my main OS is going for during

my surgery. There seems to be a mix of wiring and rigid fixation

patients in this group. Could any one provide me with some insight into

how they chose what option to go for, or what your doctors told you

were the merits of either option depending on your case? I've heard

things like that wiring is better in terms of avoiding nerve damage and

enables your jaw to adjust to its new position more easily but I've

also heard that rigid fixation is better for patients who have TMJ such

as myself.

Thanks,

Sara