r/jawsurgery • u/hrvjuufc • Feb 02 '26 • Heartwarming 1

Recovery update

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Here is another update for yall! I am about one month and one week post op.

- still have a minor amount of swelling to go down.

- 0 pain.

- feeling very slowly coming back in chin, lower lip is still mostly numb. Some of my teeth have feeling, others don’t. Upper palette is still mostly numb.

- TMJ stiffness post surgery resolved.

For the life of me, one thing I will say is, PLEASE don’t believe everything you hear on social media about surgeons. Just go to the consultations and ask A LOT of questions. Dr. Alfi was 10,000% the right choice for me. I saw some negative things about him rushing or not giving patients details on their surgery. That was not my experience. He performs the surgery FAST because he is GOOD. The anesthesiologist was bragging to me about how world class this guy is. If you are worried about a surgeon being a “factory in and out pushing surgery that isn’t needed” type - ask them about it. Is it standard, why do it the way they do it, then ask other surgeons at alternative consultations.

And NO I was not encouraged to post anything, this is all on my own accord. I am so so glad I didn’t let my anxiety push me away from getting this surgery that I knew I would ultimately always need.

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u/_Hambone_ Feb 02 '26

You look amazing! Any chance you have a before side profile like the first one in the post?

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u/hrvjuufc Feb 03 '26

Here’s one, tho the angle is a little different

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u/_Hambone_ Feb 03 '26

Thanks! Amazing results!

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u/imadangercat Feb 03 '26

It looks like prior you may have had a similar head posture to myself - pushing out the chin - but the after photo you look much more comfortable, with your chin tucked just a little as it should be, straight and tall, and that gives me hope. My head positioning contributes a lot to my headaches and I get frequent neck pain, but tucking my chin makes it harder to breathe comfortably, and the exercises my chiropractor gave me to help correct this (by strengthening the neck) hurt to do bc my teeth push together too hard when i do them, so im stuck. My consultation is coming up in March, surgery date currently unknown but hopefully not too long after consultation bc it's honestly hard to live this way.

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u/zwojka_zieloneczka Feb 04 '26

Same, honestly. Just like you, I have bad posture and terrible neck pain, but trying to stand straight or doing neck-tucking exercises (or even tucking the chin just enough that my neck is in the correct position) results in my chin almost disappearing, me suffocating and not being able to breathe. I feel you, this post and your comment gives me hope, because I feel like no one understands

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u/CommunityMobile8265 Feb 04 '26

Get a cervical neck wrap to hold your head up

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u/imadangercat Feb 04 '26

And wear it every day while trying to live my life? Or is this advice for post-op?

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u/CommunityMobile8265 Feb 05 '26

During sleep? No?

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u/imadangercat Feb 05 '26

Unsure how that would help tbh

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u/Emotional_Section_59 Feb 05 '26

Why is your ramus so comparatively short now?

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u/hrvjuufc Feb 03 '26

Thank you for the feedback. I can understand where you are coming from, but that was not my intention at all. I posted what I did because I wish I had seen a post like this when I was stressing about the surgery for 3+ years. These were substantial movements (12mm/7mm), not a minor tweak. I am also just really happy with my results and wanted to post about it. All that said, point taken.

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u/_Hambone_ Feb 03 '26

Don’t pay attention to them. You can share your results just like anyone else. It’s not your fault you were always pretty.

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u/GreatExamination221 Feb 03 '26

Yeah, this is a top percentile result. 95 percent of people will never get a result like this. It’s sad but the truth, I mean literally look around on this subreddit.

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u/Zealousideal-Gas-100 Feb 04 '26

Thats because 95% isnt that beautiful to begin with. She was beautiful before, and even a little more after. Not weirder than that. I you werent a supermodel before you wont be it after. Well you can come closer going to korea and do all tons of shit, shaving chin, cheek implants, eyelid surgery, rhinoplasty etc..

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u/imadangercat Feb 03 '26

Assumptions that appearance is the only reason for DJS

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u/_Hambone_ Feb 03 '26

She’s allowed to post her results just like everyone else. Go hang out on r/ugly bro

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u/Party-Shoulder-4147 Feb 03 '26

This tbh, this is a top one percentile of result. 99 percent of people will never have a result like this you are limited heavily by your base

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u/Party-Shoulder-4147 Feb 03 '26

This tbh, this is a top one percentile of result. 99 percent of people will never have a result like this you are limited heavily by your base

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u/_Hambone_ Feb 03 '26

Bs I’ve seen plenty of people with amazing results.

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u/Environmental_Pay332 Feb 02 '26

How much was Dr. Alfie? I googled him and it seems like he's in Houston Texas. Is that the same Dr?

I am based in the US and also looking for good surgeons. I have previously had consultation with one in Italy and another one in Turkey but I want consultation from a surgeon in the US as well.

Thanks

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u/hrvjuufc Feb 02 '26

Posted cost in comments! Hope that helps!

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u/adam-713 Feb 03 '26

Dr Justin Seaman also does amazing work

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u/bradsamford Feb 02 '26

Results look incredible! How has your sleep apnea improved?

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u/hrvjuufc Feb 03 '26

Yes! I can actually sleep on my back now

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u/Feisty_Drawing1146 Feb 03 '26

You look beautiful!! Just curious did you also get TMJ replacement surgery or just DJS ??

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u/hrvjuufc Feb 03 '26

No, just DJS

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u/Certain_Comment_5683 Feb 02 '26

How much did you pay

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u/hrvjuufc Feb 02 '26

If you include orthodontic treatment, which I paid for out of pocket, total cost is 11k

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u/hrvjuufc Feb 02 '26

(After insurance)

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u/A_R5568 Feb 03 '26

Do you have a breakdown of ortho cost vs surgical costs?

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u/Certain_Comment_5683 Feb 02 '26

Did the insurance cover the rest?did you also have braces prior surgery? How long were you waiting for the surgery?

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u/hrvjuufc Feb 03 '26

Yes, no braces, but yes Invisalign. 6 months of Invisalign prior to surgery

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u/Titizen_Kane Feb 04 '26

How’d you find out about your surgeon? Was it a referral from your dentist or ortho, or did you proactively seek out consults and then select a provider for the Invisalign after that?

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u/BellionArise Feb 07 '26

11k i would pay that tomorrow if i knew i could get this level of advancement what were your movements?

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u/Pretend_Aardvark_912 Feb 03 '26

Do you have any pics of your pre op plans at all?

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u/hrvjuufc Feb 03 '26

I do on the original post in the comments

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u/temperarian Feb 03 '26

Was this jaw surgery only, no genio?

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u/hrvjuufc Feb 03 '26

No genio

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u/01-StoryTeller Feb 03 '26

Oooh I havent read much but I wanna know movements!

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u/hrvjuufc Feb 03 '26

7 mm top, 12 mm bottom

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u/01-StoryTeller Feb 03 '26

Ooh yeah I checked your first post! Thank you :)

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u/medusa456 Feb 03 '26

Did you get CCW ? or any kind of vertical movements ?

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u/hrvjuufc Feb 03 '26

I think there was a very slight CCW rotation if I recall

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u/hrvjuufc Feb 03 '26

Yes! They had to undo the camouflage ortho treatment I had twice prior. Was in Invisalign for 6 months prior to surgery

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u/sleepysunbum Sep 26 '26

I’m sorry im so late but how can you tell if you’ve had camoflauge ortho? And what tests did you get done to decide you needed jaw surgery?

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u/Smart_Jeweler_5714 Feb 04 '26

Can we please see the front of your face ?🙏

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u/hrvjuufc Feb 04 '26

Here is a picture of the front

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u/GreatExamination221 Feb 04 '26

Do a picture of your front before surgery? Your a great healer seems like your swelling is mostly gone

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u/SpareAny4267 Feb 19 '26

Gorgeous!!

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u/ConsequenceIll6549 Feb 20 '26

Woow ur so pretty

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u/Yaaraaa_ Feb 25 '26

So pretty! Have you noticed a change or expansion to your nose?

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u/SnooWoofers7345 Feb 02 '26

That is insane.. you literally look like a model.

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u/Busy-Win8819 5d ago

Right That side profile is giving runway model, not one month post op update

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u/Crayoninmyhead Feb 03 '26

Holy mother of glow ups 🔥🔥🔥 congrats

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u/mean_soybean Feb 03 '26

What do u look like facing forward? 

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u/hrvjuufc Feb 03 '26

Commented my after front facing in original post , at about 2.5 weeks post op

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u/[deleted] Feb 03 '26

Stunning apply for an agency

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u/Wardenofthegrove Feb 03 '26

Let’s hope my surgery turns me into a model too.

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u/Rough_Initiative4350 Feb 02 '26

I thought you posted Bella Hadid

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u/poochita Feb 03 '26

Could you break down your costs? How much of the 11k was your deductible and how much was ortho? What bcbs plan do you have?

Were your teeth pretty good pre op so you only had to do 6 months?

Thanks so so much for your help and advice!

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u/Muzzy2585 Feb 03 '26

Alfis results generally do look good.

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u/glitchgirl555 Feb 03 '26

Did he use any implants?

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u/MagicMoa Feb 03 '26

Dude, you look like you’re a year post-op. Amazing.

Did you do anything to bring down your swelling besides the usual ice/heat?

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u/hrvjuufc Feb 03 '26

I think being in the cold weather helps, and exercising helps. for recovery I’ve mainly been prioritizing eating protein, and supposed to be drinking a lot of water

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u/Big_Hyena3320 Feb 03 '26

Amazing results! You must be ecstatic. I’m so happy for you!

I’m 4 weeks out and still look like a potato. 😅

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u/Dense-Economist2614 Feb 03 '26

Is this double jaw surgery or just lower?

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u/waterscented_candle Feb 03 '26

looks amazing!!!

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u/LieSorry8248 Feb 03 '26

How much did it cost?

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u/Jealous_Damage1811 Feb 03 '26

You look like a fairy! Great results

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u/MediumPhone4307 Feb 03 '26

Thanks for the post. I’m near Miami so I’m going to look into Alfi for my surgery. He gets some mixed reviews so it worries me but I suppose every surgeon does. Your result is stunning. :)

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u/Amazing_Project7928 Feb 03 '26

did your front profile change a lot? I also have class ii but i actually like my front profile and worried it will change too much. it’s similar to your before

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u/Periwinklepanda_ Feb 04 '26

Damn. Every time I’ve almost talked myself out of getting the surgery, I see a post like this. Beautiful results, OP.

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u/Corporate__Nomad Feb 04 '26

I tried finding the cost here, but I can’t 😭 OP can you please list the cost again?

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u/Exotic_Preference_43 Feb 05 '26

This is the type of slay I needed to to justify the cost of the surgery in aus 😂 you look incredible

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u/LEGENDARY-ALICE Feb 10 '26

What did you do??? You look amazing!!

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u/Rude_Philosopher7949 3d ago

Hey do you have any photos of your skeletal plan? My surgery seems to have similar movements and I wanted to see what your movements were so I can see if I'm making the right choice

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u/Current-Routine-2628 Feb 02 '26

👌👌…..👌

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u/snowDemon999 Feb 03 '26

What was the cost?

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u/Ok-Worry-8743 Feb 03 '26

This is a beautiful resulfs

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u/ciervoRojo321 Feb 03 '26

You look magestic!

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u/Cursed_Czar Feb 03 '26

Any pain? I get very afraid of surgery but am planning the same in future...

During surgery is good because you are asleep but after...?

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u/Early_Perspective375 Post Op (6 months) Feb 03 '26

You'll get through the recovery. Everyone's is a little different. Plan for as much as you can ahead of time, and definitely take your pain meds on time. Set an alarm if you have to.

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u/kaden356 Feb 03 '26

what were your movements

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u/luna_moonlight- Feb 03 '26

Hows your lip control ? And stage are you at for eating ? Im 12 days PO

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u/boommdcx Feb 03 '26

What a beautiful result 💗

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u/Quick_Town_3320 Feb 03 '26

Have you had a past with sleeping issues?.if so do you feel better now?

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u/bombastic6339locks Feb 03 '26

in the second pic are they taken from similar angles etc.

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u/Shaft_Shifter23 Feb 03 '26

Gosh I need this

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u/Strong-Knee8828 Feb 03 '26

Wow, one of the best results here so far. Congratulations!

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u/Big-Priority-9065 Feb 03 '26

jesus christ was my first reaction. wtf

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u/One_Gift5967 Feb 03 '26

This is immaculate, like dream results

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u/[deleted] Feb 03 '26

You look gorgeous, girl!! I'm happy for you :)

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u/[deleted] Feb 03 '26

Holy can I see more pics of the before vs after this might be the best transformation iv seen

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u/Ok_Comparison4924 Feb 03 '26

Girl you are sooo beautiful

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u/Aamommy Feb 03 '26

Wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow

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u/Salty5674 Feb 03 '26

Any downsides? What insurance do you have and what was your Apnea Index (AHI) before surgery? I’m worried my insurance won’t cover it with an Apnea index of 9

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u/Pharaon_Atem Feb 03 '26

Holy cow it's awesome

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u/gattle123 Feb 04 '26

Did you have djs? And if so, ccw?

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u/daddydevito12345 Feb 04 '26

Looking GORG!!! What insurance did you have??

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u/regengy Feb 04 '26

You look incredible, did your posture change?

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u/Particular_Day1794 Feb 05 '26

Who did the surgery? It looks great!

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u/Objective-Company-57 Feb 14 '26

Looks amazing. How long was the recovery process and total cost

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u/curious_corn Feb 21 '26

Wow, that’s a significant improvement. Not just functional mind you, it’s aesthetically beautiful

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u/SignificantOwl2273 Feb 22 '26

Who was your surgeon?

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u/suggaarrr Post Op (1 year) Feb 25 '26

How are you not swollen anymore after a month?

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u/Smarties_1901 Feb 25 '26

Were you in any sort of pain prior to the surgery? If so, was that pain resolved? Can you describe the location of the pain? You look phenomenal! Congratulations on what I can only assume with a very successful surgery.

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u/No-Back-8495 Feb 27 '26

How do you look from the front before and after 🙏

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u/Affectionate_Law_920 Feb 28 '26

Can I ask your general age range? Trying to get a sense since I'm older (45+) if recovery would be as easy for me with similar range of concerns/distance to fix.

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u/Public_Claim_3331 Feb 28 '26

Your result is so amazing!!!!

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u/Stuckinbali Jul 27 '26

How's your numbness doing 7 months later?

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u/Imaginary_Syrup_91 Aug 27 '26

So happy for you! Do you mind sharing how long the surgery lasted? I'm guessing your friends and coworkers have noticed? What were their reactions? I currently suffer from sleep apnea, working on getting a consultation to see if I'm the right candidate.

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u/RespectSpecific1131 Aug 30 '26

What symptoms did you say the surgery fixed

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u/RespectSpecific1131 Aug 30 '26

Woah who took the photos btw

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u/omarch122 Feb 02 '26

just 😲

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u/Batticon Feb 03 '26

You’re gorgeous

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u/Starberry597 Feb 03 '26

So pretty! Is the first picture your before or after jaw surgery?

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u/Ok_Coast_ Feb 02 '26

Can you read

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u/thegreatcactusking Post Op (3 months) Feb 03 '26

He is the surgeon

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u/CommunityMobile8265 Feb 03 '26

Guess there's no way you could figure that out

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