Day 104 - And On A Good Note...

...nothing has changed! hahahaha

Past the 100 day mark, crazy huh? Part of me says, "Wow, it's already been 3 months??" and the other part of me says, "Ugh, it's ONLY been 3 months??" Don't get me wrong...I'm still glad I did this, I know that once I'm through the recovery period, I'll be SO happy. But for now, it's not fun, it's not easy and it's very frustrating. I don't always notice it, but my emotions run wild sometimes. I suppose I should just apologize now for the dumb things I do. lol

All I'm doing now is focusing on the orthodontic end of things. I have to go back in to see Dr. Gerlein on September 9th. So far, things are looking good and I'm on target to get these godforsaken braces removed in December. I just keep all crossables crossed that it'll happen!

I just recently went in to see Dr. Penski, my dentist. She's the one that started this entire chain of events! Love her! She's amazing! And for those that are looking for a fantastic dentist, she's the one! Anyway...I had my teeth cleaned at the beginning of August. They said that this is the first time my gums looked healthy - no problems at all! I don't remember the last time this happened but I'll take it!

My nose is still giving me trouble, it really bothers me. There are times when it's more sore than others, but it's uncomfortable all the time. I've also got some pressure in my cheeks and nose, but I have a feeling that's sinus issues from all the rotten weather we're having in the area! Allergies are running rampant. Unfortunately, I think I'm on the list!

That's it! Nothing terrible....I'm moving along and doing well. I'll be glad when it's over, but for the time being, I'm trying to be as patient as I can be! All the well wishes from people definitely helps! A BIG thank you to everyone!!!!!!!

Day 91 - The Nose Knows...

Wow...I'm just minutes past the 3 month mark, how crazy is that? What a rollercoaster ride this has been!

So let's see, what can I tell you? All in all, I'm feeling pretty good. I still have a LOT of swelling in my face and it seems to be taking forever to improve even a little bit. For those on the outside looking at me, they don't seem to notice much. However, if you get in for a closer view, it's quite apparent that it's there. I am also still quite numb in much of the left side of my face and my chin. My gums are also numb. Eating is so-so. Although I'll try almost anything, I still have trouble. Range of motion is coming along, albeit slowly and it's a chore to eat. I do it and I don't complain, but inside, I'm throwing my plate against the wall. lol

I don't have any pain now, with the exception of my nose. (and my cheeks rubbing on my brackets). My surgeon says it isn't serious so I'm waiting a bit longer in the healing process to see how things go. I still find it strange that I have a "shelf" in the cartilage inside my nose that wasn't there before surgery, but maybe it'll go away after a while. I still have a good bit of pressure inside my nose when I sneeze, if I have to blow it (which I do lightly!) or even just bending over and having the blood rush to my head.

I went to the orthodontist last week and the braces are coming off in December!!! Wooo hooo, what a wonderful Christmas/Birthday present that will be! Things are progressing nicely since the surgery and my teeth are really moving into place like they should be. Dr. Gerlein is pretty confident that we'll be able to stay on our target of the end of the year. I am SO excited! Once they come off, I have to meet with the surgeon again. I think it's just because he wants to see what I look like without my braces after all this time, but he keeps saying it's for medical reasons. Whatever. LOL

Recap: Nose hurts, face numb, chewing stinks, BRACES COMING OFF IN DECEMBER! hehehehe

Could be worse, couldn't it. :-)