Splint out, wires cut. Freedom at last.

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So after lower advancement last Monday I had my splint out today and

now just have a couple of elastic bands running between my upper and

lower jaw.

The removal itself was quick and completely painless.

The initial sensation and sense of freedom is wonderful and I'd say

that at least 50% of the " swelling " around my face was down to the

splint and is now gone.

Talking, breathing, smoking and licking my lips are all now possible

and best of all I managed to get some scrambled eggs down. Chewing is

a definite no-no for now and for dessert I got the most intense,

throbbing headache - a normal side effect after eating solids for the

first time in 7 days.

My face is still lop-sided a bit and my lower lip and chin are still

numb but this is the best I've felt and looked since the op.

Tonight I'll making risotto al fungi and give that a go.

Hope everyone's doing good

Best wishes to all

Constantine