1. Reason for Surgery
Ever since I was in middle school, my jaw was unusually longer than
my friends and I realized that my occlusion was different. I thought it would
get solved with braces and went to different orthodontists but they all
recommended that I get double jaw surgery. But I was still a middle school
student at that time and the cost of surgery was a burden to me. I wanted to
see how much braces would be able to help me and then decide on whether I
should get surgery or not. After 3 years of braces, I felt that the braces did
not help my jaw enough and decided to get double jaw surgery.
2. Concerns About Appearance
My neck looked short due to my long chin and facial asymmetry. I
felt that my face looked bigger compared to other people. Taking pictures made
me feel stressed and since my side cheekbones have developed, my face did not
seem dimensional and a bit flat so I would end up covering my face.
3. Reason for Choosing EU
After deciding on getting surgery, I tried to find different clinics
through youtube. Through youtube, I found out about EU Oral & Maxillofacial
Surgery. They had informative videos and several reviews which helped answered
my questions regarding double jaw surgery. They also made me feel less anxious
about the side effects. In order to find out more about the clinic, I went for
a consultation. Through the consultation with the doctor, I was able to put my
trust to the clinic. Of course, I also visited other clinics but I was not
satisfied with the consultation. Also, for reviews regarding double jaw
surgery, EU had a lot of positive reviews so I decided to get surgery with
them.
Day
1 (12/30)
I kept sleeping due to the lingering
effects of the general anesthesia. The effects of the anesthesia has worn off
and I feel much better without the catheter and nose tube. I felt a bit gross
since I couldn’t take a shower but the doctor disinfected my mouth for me and
suctioned my nose this morning. I was only able to drink “New Care” and water
so far. Since my throat is still swollen, it was difficult to swallow. I hope
time would pass by quickly.
7 Days Post-Op (1/5)
I went to
the clinic today to get my stitches removed. It did not hurt at all. The
swelling still seems the same as before. Since I can’t eat properly, my body
feels weak and I have no strength. After my visit, I drank some coffee and felt
a little bit better but was hungry. I don’t have huge discomforts doing my
daily activities but not being able to eat is really difficult.
14 Days Post-OP (1/12)
Today is the day where I can remove my
stitches. I was worried that it was going to be painful but it didn’t hurt that
much… it kind of stung? Starting today, I can eat foods that do not require me
to chew so I bought porridge. There were still some pieces that were a bit big
to swallow so I blended it. My swelling is still the same but after removing
the stitches, smiling feels more comfortable.
1 Month Post-OP (1/26)
It’s already been one month so I went to
the clinic to take some medical photos. I was able to see a difference already
and felt really happy. I’m able to eat soft foods starting today so I ordered
black bean noodles. However, since my upper gums still feel numb, I can’t feel
anything when I chew. So I chewed only a little and swallowed the noodles. I
can feel some of my cheekbone sensations returning back to normal so I feel
relieved.
2 Months Post-OP (2/25)
It’s been two months since my operation!~
Most of the sensation for my upper gums and cheekbones have returned and
chewing isn’t uncomfortable. But there are still limitations to what I can eat.
The swelling has decrease a lot compared to a month ago. After one more month,
I’ll be able to eat more comfortably and I wish time will fly by quickly.
4 Months Post-OP (4/28)
I didn’t realize how much time has passed
but it’s already been 4 months! For my 3rd month, I already thought
that most of the swelling has decreased. But whenever I meet my friends, they
said my face looks less swollen than before so I felt happy. I can still feel
some swelling around my cheekbones but it’s much better than before. Most of my
discomforts have disappeared. Until my jawline becomes more visible, I will
keep exercising!!
5 Months Post-OP
It’s been 5 months since the surgery! My
swelling did not seem like it changed significantly but the people around me
have said that my swelling has decreased. I still have remaining swelling under
my jaw and around my cheekbones but it’s slowly improving. Next month is the 6th
month so I hope the fat under my jaw will disappear.
6 Months Post-OP
It’s been half a year since my surgery! My
jawline looks much better since I was on a diet. Maybe that is why I feel like
I did a great job by choosing to do double jaw surgery. I hope I can finish my
braces soon T__T. Due to corona, I haven’t been going outside so I haven’t been
able to take a lot of selfies. But on the bright side, everyone has to wear a
mask so I can cover my face. There still some minimal swelling on my face but
maybe it’s because I’m the type that heals slowly, it’s taking a long time.
7 Months Post-OP
As expected, the bigger swelling has disappeared
but there still some minimal swelling left. A few months ago, masks would feel
tight on my face due to the swelling. But now, it feels more loose. I’m able to
eat almost everything that I want and I hope the swelling near my cheekbones
decrease.
8 Months Post-OP
Since it’s been 8 months, I have almost no
discomfort and I hope I can remove my braces soon T_T. I’m not sure if it’s
because I gained some weight but I developed a double chin and I guess there
can’t be anything done to my cheekbones not being completely smooth. But I’m
trying to loose weight now so it looks a bit better compared to before. I think
it will improve if I continue to take care of myself.
9 Months Post-OP
It’s almost been a year~ Ever since I lost
weight, my jawline looks more visible and I felt like I made a great decision
by doing surgery. The smaller swelling has seem to decrease and I can proceed
with all of my daily activities.
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