Wedding vs Jaw surgery

snapping_crocodile

My sister had this done when she was 18, and she was really pleased wih how it turned out. But i also have to agree with the others who say your OH loves you the way you are, or he wouldn't have proposed!

Loonytoons

From my experience i'd say only you can decide. I'm getting married in May next year and would do anything to correct my teeth before then. I'm not looking forward to my wedding photos cos i hate my smile but just can't afford a brace and unfortunately didn't have supportive parents when i was younger so didn't have one then. If i was you i'd probably go for the braces and have kids now (if you can't wait) and then get married at a later date with a gorgeous smile. Like others have said though, i'm sure you'll look lovely either way but it's how you feel inside that really matters. HTH x

sunny-2009

I had the same jaw surgery done in 2004 after wearing braces from I was 14, to having the surgery at 19 and it really is worth doing for a great smile, I had the same prob, with my top jaw sticking out and the surgery is totally worth it. It does change the shape of your face but nothing too major. The recovery is pretty horrendous to be honest, I couldnt eat properly for 3 months and had to syringe blended food into my mouth. But hey ho I lost weight! lol But it is defo worth the hassle if you are feeling pretty low about your teeth and smile. I was really chuffed with the result and it made it even more worth it when people comment on your nice teeth. And I dont beep going through security at airports even though I have metal plate in my jaw..lol Do it now while you have the chance, plenty of time for marriage and kids.

Lorne

I've had this surgery too (it is really common!), wore braces from 16 and had the surgery at 19 and I also agree that it has been well worth it. I didn't find the recovery that bad to be honest, I was on a liquid and processed diet for a couple of months and the end result is fab, I'm really happy. I've gone from having a goofy smile to having lovely teeth. I also had 2 metal plates put in and have since had 1 taken out. Would definitely recommend getting it done, although only you can make the decision on whether it is right for you. If you need any more info PM me. Two years is nothing in the big scheme of things!

shellylovesshopping

I was 38 when I had my first child ! You have years ahead of you!

Dinah93

I actually went to the hospital about having this last week. I have a 12mm overbite, and I was picked on at school for my teeth. I went and they told me 18-24 months with braces, jaw broken, 5 days in hospital, 8 weeks on a liquid only diet (including 4-6 weeks off work which most employers will not pay you for), retainers for another 9 months. And they will stop treatment if I get pregnant during that time, and will not commence until 6 months after birth/when I stop breastfeading which ever is later.

My soon to be mother in law had this opperation 8 years ago, and my OH says he can't tell the difference before to after, because most of the issue is in your head, not how others around you see you. In addition she is one of the lucky 10% who permenantly lose sensation in their lower jaw, so while she can smile, she does tend to drool if she doesn't focus on having her lips clamped shut. Also doesn't improve her temperment none as she is insanely self concious about it now - who wants to be 48 and drooling! Its only 10%, but 10% chance of going through my life with no sensation in my lower jaw seems pretty big to me.

One of my good friends is 28, and has been trying for a baby for 4 years, and after coming away from the hospital I couldn't help thinking 'what if I have fertility issues and don't know it?'. At the end of the day I've got a man who adores me, for the sake of vanity I don't think I'm prepared to go through with the operation. I took a step back and asked myself what my priorities are, and number one is having a family, number two is becoming his wife, and so thats what I'm doing if in ten years I still want it doing, then I'll have had children by then I hope, so the timescale won't be an issue.

If you're lucky yes, it'll just be painful, but you do also have to wear ugly braces for 2 years as well (I asked at the hospital and they do not allow me to pay extra to get white or clear braces, its metal or nothing), and I was suprised that I am now happy enough in myself and my life to say 'I'm moving to a stage of my life where my physical appearance isn't actually number 1', but I have to say being able to make the decision to focus on my family made me happier than any amount of surgery would have.

Best of luck to you x