Guest guest Posted September 20, 2005 Report Share Posted September 20, 2005 Hi all, I am considering having surgery for my open bite and some asymmetry. I've seen a surgeon for an initial consultation. I'm wondering if anyone's had braces and then surgery with a young baby and whether it worked OK? I have a 2 year old and plan to be pregnant again very soon. My surgeon suggested I get the braces soon so my teeth will be moved in time to have the surgery after my baby's born (the braces are expected to take a year to do their thing). One of my concerns is the effects of painkillers on my baby - I know from when I was a teenager that braces hurt a lot when they're tightened and of course anti-inflammatories aren't healthy in pregnancy. Also I plan to breastfeed my next baby for a year, so I'm wondering how long people need pain meds for after the surgery - I don't think that much other than panadol/paracetamol is good while breastfeeding. (I live in New Zealand, not sure if panadol is a name used in the US?) I don't want my children to suffer at all from my surgery. I'd probably wait a few years except my teeth are wearing away and I'm nearly 33 already and I figure 'the younger the better'. Thanks in advance, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You are posting as a guest. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.