Hey Rose, Apparently it popped off and was in my upper palate, since the lower doesn't really leave anywhere to go. But they did have to go in to get it....
127050
relsk
Aug 1, 2007 12:03 pm
Well, I am 9 days post now with major pins and needles in the face. My chin, under my chin and my right cheek are still numb. I understand this is a nerve...
127051
margaret wilson
kjpmemw
Aug 1, 2007 12:37 pm
Thanks, Rose and Stephanie, I have not yet talked to the oncologist. I have other issues--Fossamax and osteoporosis--to contend with so it's looking less and...
127052
gb2244
Aug 1, 2007 1:08 pm
Gee Margaret, It seems like the doctors keep adding insult to injury. My positive thoughts are with you and I hope that you have great support around you...
127053
fiddlesticks220002
fiddlesticks...
Aug 1, 2007 1:28 pm
Hi Margaret, I'm sorry to hear of your troubles. You have more than your share, I think. Hoping for positive results for you, Susan ... Fossamax and...
127054
fiddlesticks220002
fiddlesticks...
Aug 1, 2007 1:31 pm
That's the default setting when you join - most people don't notice it or that they can change it at the time. Come to the group's main page and click on EDIT...
127055
fiddlesticks220002
fiddlesticks...
Aug 1, 2007 1:32 pm
Wow, Rose! I think you have just topped the record for surgery costs. Unbelievable! $250 is a bargain, though. Glad you didn't have to pay $8k. Susan ... ...
127056
jennifer milligan
bvillagegirl
Aug 1, 2007 1:49 pm
Hi Margaret, Your recent diagnosis puts a lot in perspective for me - recovering from jaw surgery is a minor blip for me compared to what you're faced with....
127057
plcarle58
Aug 1, 2007 2:01 pm
Hi Betsy, Sorry about your missing bracket. That's weird. I really like your attitude with everything. My inspiration. LOL So are they going to replace it? My...
127058
jennifer milligan
bvillagegirl
Aug 1, 2007 2:17 pm
Hi Cathy, I had my upper jaw surgery one week ago today, and I'm also 42. I think with the upper jaw , the hardest part for me was the congestion in the...
127059
jennifer milligan
bvillagegirl
Aug 1, 2007 2:24 pm
I live in Ohio, Rose - don't understand how they won't cover the splint that holds the jaw in it's new position. I think insurance companies like to play...
127060
davgin25
Aug 1, 2007 2:37 pm
Hi Rose, thanks for your interesting post! You are funny to remember Lauren drinking her "crapple" juice. She doesn't drink it now!! I wonder if Dan will...
127061
jennifer milligan
bvillagegirl
Aug 1, 2007 2:38 pm
Did you have the upper jaw done? I had it done last week and my surgeon told me beforehand that he does a certain stitch to make sure the nose doesn't turn...
127062
davgin25
Aug 1, 2007 2:43 pm
Lauren is nearly 10 weeks post op and just told me the other day that her chin is still mostly numb although she can move it. It all takes time. The pins and...
127063
myspacesherrie
Aug 1, 2007 3:50 pm
Thanks for all you advice and I will keep up with everthing going on in here. I think that no matter how long ago you had surgery and stuff it's nice to hear...
127064
felicethedog
Aug 1, 2007 4:53 pm
--Hi Cathy, your concern for your brother is very endearing. He is lucky to have a sister like you to help him through this. I think the couple best things to...
127065
gb2244
Aug 1, 2007 5:35 pm
Hey folks, Some people have had really bad experiences with the zip and squeeze...as in getting them on time or at all. I was at professional meetings the...
127066
trish_swimmer
Aug 1, 2007 5:41 pm
Rachel, I had upper jaw surgery (Le Forte I- two vertical cuts). I had a splint (made out of ceramic, I believe) wired to my braces on the upper for the first...
127067
trish_swimmer
Aug 1, 2007 5:53 pm
I ordered ZNS hospital pack about 4 weeks prior to surgery from the website and had no issues. They arrived and sat around until my surgery. I was very happy...
127068
Cindy G.
synlgar
Aug 1, 2007 5:59 pm
Rose, Her speak is improving and she is just completly amazing. The part that really got to me was the doctor removed her bands after 1 1/2 weeks! Also, no...
127069
gb2244
Aug 1, 2007 6:10 pm
Hey Pat, You can always tell the surgeon (or anesthesiologist) about my case and say "count those brackets, buddy!" When I read the "inspiration" line, I had...
127070
gb2244
Aug 1, 2007 6:19 pm
When I was switching from Zip n Squeeze bags to cups, I have found it easier to use stadium cups (from college and pro sports teams), because you can squeeze...
127071
spiredem
Aug 1, 2007 6:29 pm
Hello all. My name is Spirit. I am 28, F have been reading the boards for weeks now. I had upper and lower osteotamies (?) on the 26th moved both 3mm. The...
127072
spiredem
Aug 1, 2007 6:41 pm
I had a similar experience. My surgery was on Thursday. When they brought my food they didn't bring the syringe so I sat there for an hour waiting for one!...
127073
gb2244
Aug 1, 2007 7:06 pm
Another note, when you leave the hospital, take the lovely pink bucket...you may or may feel well for the long drive home that it sounds like you have. I had...
127074
plcarle58
Aug 1, 2007 7:07 pm
My inspiration, plus you crack me up :-) Thanks! That's the key...having a sense of humor. BTW...I've been having those last meals for about a week now. ...
127075
blstrawberry
Aug 1, 2007 7:09 pm
thanks for all the reply. I guess 2 weeks should be fine to at least go back to work....
127076
gb2244
Aug 1, 2007 7:12 pm
Pat, Well, I should be reading a thesis that the student will defend on Friday morning, but it is hard to get into it. Since you are my new inspiration ;-D...
127077
blstrawberry
Aug 1, 2007 7:14 pm
how much did you pay for braces? both before and after the surgery?...
127078
gb2244
Aug 1, 2007 7:36 pm
Hello, You asking me? I am 6 months into the braces, which will be about 5500 dollars, after 1000 covered by insurance if I remember right... Betsy...
