Forgot to remove elastic bands while eating

[michgrand]

I’m 6 weeks post op double jaw surgery with one elastic band on each side of my mouth. I forgot to remove them when eating today and thought to myself why I had to struggle so much to open my mouth. I used a lot of force to open as a result. Now my entire lower face is aching. Is there a possibility I’ve damaged the plates and or screws in my jaws?

[Illogical]

I wouldn't worry - after 6 weeks bone formation will be quite strong around any plates or screws. I'm sure any aching will subside within a short while. If for some reason it doesn't get any better then I'd go for a checkup.