Re: Question about getting splint out

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I had upper/lower surgery one year ago, June 2nd. When it was time for my

splint to come out, it was really no big deal. Just a few snips of the wires

that were used to hold the splint to the wire on my upper braces. It was a

great feeling to have it out. I was allowed to brush my teeth right there in

my OS's office. I still had to wear a few rubber bands, but not as many as

when the splint was on. As far as eating food goes, ask you surgeon what you

are allowed to have. After my splint was removed and my OS told me what I

could and could not eat, he told me I could go to my OD and have my surgical

wire and hooks removed. Needless to say, I made an appointment immediately.

Best wishes and good luck to you!

With regards,

Dale

New Orleans, LA

Upper/Lower

06-02-04