Post op - 3 days, Upper and Lower Jaw Surgery

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Hi there,

Well I am now officially 3 days post op. Had my upper moved forward

and lower moved back on Wed, Jan 12th. I think my surgery went

surprisingly well. I had hardly any brusing and not too much

swelling. The operation lasted 1 hr and 20 mins and I was in recoverd

for 2 hours and then overnight in the hospital. I was released the

next morning at 10am and am recovering slowly but surely.

I haven't had to take any of my Tylenol 3's, no pain, just sticking

to the anti inflammatory's and antibiotics. I am drinking smoothies

and tomato soup today with some grated chedder cheese for added

protein. I am rinsing 5-7 times a day and brushing. I will do

everything in my power to risk infection!

It is quite the process but I am already feeling like I have way more

energy. I had a lot of people praying for me and I truly believe this

is what has helped me the most. That, and a great caretaker!

The first few days I would have liked a bib as I was drooling quite

uncontrollably. My bottom lip is still quite swollen but I am no

longer drooling which is very helpful. I have taken a shower everyday

and this helps me feel better.

Any questions please let me know!

Cheers, Jen