My upper jaw sits behind my lower jaw and it's causing me some trouble. How complicated is the surgery to fix this and how long does recovery usually take? Also what's the typical cost for something like this?

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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Jaw surgery, also known as orthognathic surgery, can be a complex procedure, especially when addressing issues like an upper jaw sitting behind the lower jaw. The recovery period can range from several weeks to a few months, and the cost can vary significantly based on factors like the complexity of the surgery and the surgeon's fees

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