Technically, calendar wise, today (9-19-15) I am one month post-op. This has definitely not been the smoothest recovery and I have had experiences that most people don't have so in honor for surviving one whole month of this crap here is a list of similarities and differences.
Common Experiences:
- syringe eating
- jaw bra
- snapping elastics
- antiseptic mouth wash and the grey teeth it causes
- gappy teeth post-op
- numb lips
- liquid/mush diet
Different Experiences:
- allergy to narcotic pain meds (facial and throat swelling)
- allergy to NSAIDs and all liquid meds (facial and throat swelling)
- trouble staying hydrated
- kidney stones
- low energy level lasting longer than 2 weeks post op
- trouble sleeping
On the bright side I have found a few more things I can eat. My new favorite is probably quiche, it comes in small portions (that I can cut into smaller portions so that I can eat it), it has a ton of protein in it because its made of eggs and it tastes really good.
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