14 Month Update
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Posted by pedals on June 30, 2010 at 11:56:14:

Let’s start with the answer to the BIG question: how do I sleep? Somewhat better. Of course, there is still tremendous room for improvement, but I do sleep better than before. I have yet to master the art of sleeping more than 4.5-6 hours a night, but I’ll gladly take what I can get. While I still wake up tired, I no longer have a headache in the morning. In addition, it’s much easier to make it through the afternoon without wanting to take a nap. There are no plans to have another sleep study.

Recently, I worked with a sleep specialist who encouraged me to meditate. I spent a few months practicing Mindfulness Meditation. Meditating was definitely relaxing, but it didn’t improve my sleep. I haven’t incorporated meditation into my daily routine, but I do enjoy the experience.

At this point, I don’t expect my physical recovery to progress any further. Here’s the quick summary of the physical symptoms that will likely remain with me:

1. Numb lower lip, upper gums and the roof of my mouth
2. Most top teeth have the wooden tooth feeling and don’t have complete sensation
3. Upper gums still feel spongy when chewing
4. Difficult to chew very hard and crunchy foods
5. Weight returned to pre-surgery (bummer)

Looking back on the entire experience, I made the right decision to have the MMA – there were no other options left. While I haven’t had a breakthrough moment, I have benefitted from the surgery. I had the best surgeon do his best work and I feel better. Would I do it over again? I think so.



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