Is double jaw surgery serious?

Is double jaw surgery serious?

In some cases, double-jaw surgery patients reported facial numbness and even paralysis. Others experienced difficulty chewing food where there was no difficulty before. At least one patient had complications so severe that it drove her to suicide. As a medical procedure, double-jaw surgery is serious business.

How painful is double jaw surgery?

Jaw surgery is not as painful as you fear. You will be under general anesthetic during the procedure, so you feel numb in the area during the surgery. And if you follow the correct recovery steps that Dr. Hayes advises you, you will recover in as little discomfort as possible.

Is jaw surgery risky?

Jaw surgery is generally safe when done by an experienced oral and maxillofacial surgeon, often in collaboration with an orthodontist. Risks of surgery may include: Blood loss. Infection.

How do you know if you need double jaw surgery?

severe jaw misalignment. incorrect jaw position or size. severe TMJ disorders. impaired jaw function. moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea.