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My braces came off today! This was the best decision I am out of pain, definitely healthier and loving how I look!
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I use a small amount of A & D ointment. Became full to only put it on your lips so you don't get a skin infection (small zits) around your mouth.

My stitches haven't come out yet but they are becoming visible. I also don't want to touch them. I called my surgeon on Tuesday because my swelling increased. He asked me to come right in and it turned out my orthodontist made an adjustment that resulted in my bite being off. My midline shifted and ...

Changes - I was having crazy nightmares when I slept. I would wake up in a panic. I wouldn't sleep for more than 5 hours. I didn't worry because I was taking meds every six hours. When I slept I would prop myself up to help the swelling decrease and put two pillows next to me so I didn't turn on my ...

I got my splint out today!!! I am so happy!!!! I am going to work on Tuesday. I was supposed to have more time to heal but my surgery was post-poned two weeks. My teeth needed to be adjusted by the orthodontist so they would be level after the surgery. For those two weeks I didn't know if I was goin...

Good Luck Changes! RS - I am also having problems speaking and swallowing because I have a splint attached to the bottom of my top teeth. I had my top palate expanded. I went to the doctor today and he said I would have the splint for another two weeks, until I reminded him that I start work 9/3. I ...

My doctor warned me that I may become depressed after the surgery, which is normal and I have always become emotional when I take anti-biotics (no idea why). I do get a little upset/frustrated sometimes but it passes quickly. It is day 4 and I am still in a good mood. I have been focusing on the pro...

Whoops I forgot to mention!!! I took the part that creates suction out. On the newer ones its just a plastic piece. I can easily pour it now but it has a smaller opening so more liquids go into my mouth and not down my very large chipmunk cheeks.

It went very well. My surgery was at 1:30 and I was home by noon the next day. I am having a hard time swallowing now but it is important so I stand by the sink for a few minutes and drink a little water that mostly falls out into the sink but it's better than nothing. My husband bought sippy cups a...

I am having surgery August 15! One week! :shock: I have an open bite that resulted in neck and shoulder pain for over 20 years. I didn't think it was related to my jaw until I got braces and the pain was reduced drastically. I also require the surgery to keep my back molars. I am getting both the up...