Is This Appointment with my OS Really Necessary?

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My husband has been doing a very good job of playing devil's advocate

when it comes to my having orthognathic surger within the next couple

of years. I had my braces put on 11/04/03 and saw my OS for my

initial consultation in October prior to having the braces. My next

appointment with him is scheduled for Jan. 12. I've had one

adjustment thus far and am due for my next adjustment on my braces

1/26/04.

My husband thinks that my OS appointment on Jan. 12 is not really

necessary because I've been in braces for such a short time. For one

thing, he sees it as a ploy for the doctor to get more money out of

us. He also thinks that the visits with the OS don't become

imperative until about 6 months out from the surgery.

What do you all think? I think I should keep my appointment so that

my OS can see how quickly or slowly my teeth are moving and consult

with my ortho as to a timeline on when to aim for conducting the

surgery. I'm all for keeping my appointment, and I know he'd like

some insight on what all the OS would do for me this far out from

surgery. For the record, my orthodontist originally estimated 10-14

months in braces, followed by 2-4 mos. in a splint before having the

surgery.

Any opinions are appreciated,