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16 discussionsEATING SOUP FOR WEEKS: HOW LONG DID IT TAKE YOU TO CHEW NORMAL FOOD AGAIN?
Had double jaw surgery a couple months back and honestly, I was not prepared for how weird it felt trying to eat solid food again. Soup and smoothies…
Thinking about jaw surgery - what did recovery really feel like?
Has anyone here gone through jaw surgery and can share what the whole process was like? I keep seeing those dramatic before/after pics online, but I’m more curious…
Recovering with wires vs. rubber bands after jaw surgery - what’s easier?
For those who’ve had their jaws wired shut after surgery, how did that compare to folks who only had to deal with rubber bands? I was wired for…
What’s your go-to after jaw surgery: wax, salt water, or just toughing it out?
Alright, quick poll for the folks who’ve had jaw surgery and braces (or anything similar). When your mouth’s all sore, stitches are still in, and you’re trying not…
Getting through jaw surgery: what actually helped me
I had double jaw surgery a few months ago and honestly, the first week was rougher than I expected. Ice packs were my best friend, but I got…
That awkward moment you realize your surgeon remembers your favorite smoothie flavor
Picture this: you’re shuffling into your third post-surgery checkup, cheeks still a bit chipmunky, and your surgeon just casually asks if you’re still obsessed with mango smoothies. I…
Did anyone else sound totally different after jaw surgery?
Honestly, after my double jaw surgery last year, I felt like I was learning how to talk all over again. My S’s came out weird and I had…
Surviving the Liquid Food Life After Jaw Surgery
When I had my jaw surgery last year, I thought I'd be stuck drinking protein shakes and broth forever, lol. But one thing that really helped was blending…
Retainers Vs. Clear Aligners: Which Is Better After Jaw Surgery?
I'm a couple weeks out from jaw surgery and my orthodontist mentioned either sticking with traditional retainers or switching to clear aligners for the next phase. I'm kinda…
sleeping after jaw surgery is a nightmare
Just saw this article about how tough it is to get decent sleep after jaw surgery, and man, it brought back memories. I remember stacking pillows like a…
