Guest guest Posted June 11, 2005 Report Share Posted June 11, 2005 Charlotte I had my lower advanced with no work to the upper. The actual surgery was a piece of cake. I was prepared for the worst, and I got the best. I had my surgery at 7:30am on Wednesday, and I was home by noon on Thursday. The stay in the hospital was fantastic. My doctor is great, and the staff was wonderful. I was wired shut after my surgery, so the 1st few days home were a little tough. It was very hard to eat (drink), and everyone was trying to talk to me, which was nearly impossible being wired shut. After about day 4 or 5, I was okay to be on my own. I was able to drink a little better, and day by day, things just continued to get better. I have been wired shut for 6 weeks, and I just got my wires cut this past Monday. I will be getting my splint removed this coming Monday, and my OS will release me into my Orthodontist's care from here on out. I will see my OS in a month, and again in 6 months, but after Monday, I am pretty much healed from the surgery. There have been ups and downs throughout this entire process, but for the most part, it has been a positive experience. Having this group to talk to has proven to be very important. Your family and friends want to be supportive, but they don't fully understand how this surgery completely consumes your every thought (from months pre-op to months post-op). Please ask any specific questions you might have. We are all happy to help as much as we can. > Hi. I just found this site today, and am finding it very helpfull, > however is everyone from America, as i am English? Also is anyone on > here just having their lower jaw brought forward, without any upper > jaw work, and if so, can u tell me your experiences ater op. Look > forward to hearing your replies! Charlotte. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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