Is orthognathic surgery possible for me (post-braces)?

I am a 26-year-old female who was born with an underbite. After having orthodontics (and six teeth pulled) from age 8 through 13, my bite was corrected, but I have subsequently developed chronic jaw pain. I haven't chewed gum in 10 years, but the pain has gotten to the point where I am unable to chew a number of foods. My jaw snaps many times a day and produces daily headaches. Even talking throughout the day can produce severe jaw fatigue.





I am wondering if I am a candidate for orthognathic surgery, since my bite has been corrected (and maintained with a permanent lower retainer that is still in place)? If not, what are my options? The (daily) pain has finally become too much for me to bear.





Thanks.

Is orthognathic surgery possible for me (post-braces)?
A consult with oral %26amp; maxillofacial surgeon is necessary who will do various diagnostic x-rays including your tm joints. It would be only after that any need for orthognathic surgery would be known or suggested.