A longitudinal evaluation of psychosocial changes throughout orthognathic surgery.

Ka Shing SuenYihuan LaiSamuel M Y HoLim Kwong CheungWing-Shan Choi

Published in: PloS one (2018)

Most patients were resilient to dentofacial deformities jaw correction surgery. About 15% exhibited a chronic distress pattern. An optimistic view about the surgery may enhance resilience. Pre-surgical counselling or educational sessions to facilitate a realistic positive outlook about the operation would be beneficial.

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