Sorry for repeating a question that is so often asked, but knowing that there are couple of people out there who just had surgery around the same time as me, I...
Hello, everyone. :) I just wanted to introduce myself and toss a few questions out. To start, I have a type III malocclusion, but my jaw doesn't stick out ...
Hiya, For everyone it's different. The majority of my swelling went down after a week and a half,,, but the base swelling has lingered... I'm 4 weeks post-op...
Hello again, all. :) Does anyone know how the 'maximum out of pocket expenses' works? For example, if I go out of network, I am supposed to be capped at $5000...
I think what that means is that no matter which doctor you use and what you pay your doctor, your costs will be capped at $5,000 a year (or $2,000 if you use...
Thanks, I sort of thought that is what it meant, but I'll give them a ring to check as well. For a possible $3000 total difference in cost, I think I should...
Hi Mel, I read that you are having your pre op thursday. I'm having mine today... so I will let you know how it goes, and after you have yours, we'll have to...
Hey guys, (CAMMIE) finally having my surgery.... March 9,2005!!! Will keep you guys posted!!! Take care Sadie Sharelle "Pray until something happens ....God...
Well, The surgeon lives in NY too... maybe he's ALSO a cynical NYer??? Probably, he was making commentary on the insurance system. If the insurance operates a...
You are welcome. The recovery was about like having wisdom teeth pulled, some swelling and soreness, NOTHING like the initial surgery. My doc removed the one...
When figuring the percentage insurance may cover, be sure to find out what the percentage includes. I have Blue Cross of Oregon. IF insurance deems the surgery...
Irene, I had upper (extended) and genio surgery last wednesday and, I guess, like you I'm looking anxiously in the mirror whenever I walk past it. I too still...
I think you are right in my case as well, here is what my plan says: "Annual deductibles, charges in excess of reasonable and customary charges, and pharmacy...
Hi everyone, I had upper surgery (extended 5mm) and genio last wednesday and evrything seems to be going well except I am a little worried about my speech. I...
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Hi Phil I don't know about the t's and r's, but I definitely had a lot of problems with s's, and just slurring in general. I found it very hard to ennunciate...
Hi Karen, Small world. I'm from Tacoma, but have been living in Oregon for the past 5 years. I had Lefort 1, 3 piece on Feb 1st in Eugene, OR. I have some...
So I had the SARPE (surgically assisted rapid paletal expansion) for those that aren't with the lingo, yet. I've mentioned before that the surgery is...
Is it just me? I have 1 week to go till I become unwired. I've been tied shut a a little over 4 weeks and I have become a bitter, angry person. I am in a...
OK, Tova, I was there too. Like I have said before, I was wired for 7 weeks, and I was a miserable bitch. My poor hubby and even my mom, who bless her, was...
Tova, I'm sorry you're having such a hard time :(. I am not wired, and I cannot even imagine what it must be like. Try to eat more - you have to keep up your...
Hi Irene... Thanks for the positive thoughts... unfortunately, just about everything that is convenient to eat is either chocolate flavored or tomato flavored....
Hey Bethanne- You're right, you were probably more aggravated than I am. I'd go bonkers if I was in my house all day. I have actually been bombarded with...
Tova, I'm actually impressed with how you've handled things especially going to your high school reunion. I know it seems like you'll never be unwired but hang...
Diane, Sorry to hear that you had to take out a second mortage. I have Blue Cross of PA and I'm preparing myself for the struggle that is likely to happen. I'm...
I had my surgery back in June 0f 2004 and for about two weeks now i have been having unbearable pain in my left jaw joint. It hurts to eat soft foods, even...
RD, Congratulations on coming close to the end of your SARPE journey! If all goes well with my insurance, I should be having the same thing done this summer. ...
