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moe

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Pre/post gracilis flap surgery pics
« on: May 20, 2010, 10:08:46 am »
Okay, I'm going to see if my photobucket skills have kicked in! I posted the pics under my first thread, but wanted to start a new one so I can add pics, and hopefully a smile in time so people can see the progression.

Enjoy! (hopefully)

Night before surgery 12 May 2010




3 days post op 16 May 2010



18 May 2010 Enjoying my son's 17th birthday!

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Re: Pre/post gracilis flap surgery pics
« Reply #1 on: May 20, 2010, 10:09:57 am »
 Coming at you!
Woah, those came out big! Excuse the blemishes, and no makeup. Frightening.....
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Re: Pre/post gracilis flap surgery pics
« Reply #2 on: May 20, 2010, 11:23:03 am »
Amazing!!!  You look great.

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Re: Pre/post gracilis flap surgery pics
« Reply #3 on: May 20, 2010, 02:43:22 pm »
wow what a difference....awesome Moe!

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Re: Pre/post gracilis flap surgery pics
« Reply #4 on: May 20, 2010, 06:58:37 pm »
Remember that is mostly swelling from the surgery, but I can definitely feel the muscle in the cheek area.. It has made a dramatic difference. I can breathe out of my left nostril. woo hoo! And my speech is clearer. I can't wait to see how I feel when I can actually move that jaw!
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Re: Pre/post gracilis flap surgery pics
« Reply #5 on: May 20, 2010, 09:44:34 pm »
Such a success Maureen already.  You need to celebrate my friend!!

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Re: Pre/post gracilis flap surgery pics
« Reply #6 on: May 21, 2010, 09:59:59 am »
I will.  ;D Tomorrow is my birthday and I'm ready to tackle the real world, stares and all.
I went to my acupuncture yesterday, had my daughter drive me, and they didn't even notice! So I'm probably more self conscious. Plus the swelling is very slowly going down. It's pooling into  yellow color under my double chin.  :o
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Re: Pre/post gracilis flap surgery pics
« Reply #7 on: May 21, 2010, 08:49:10 pm »
Happy Birthday!!!
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Re: Pre/post gracilis flap surgery pics
« Reply #8 on: May 22, 2010, 04:04:13 pm »
Felice Compleanno  ;D

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Re: Pre/post gracilis flap surgery pics
« Reply #9 on: May 22, 2010, 04:59:43 pm »
  Bravo a brave girl what trooper !!!
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Re: Pre/post gracilis flap surgery pics
« Reply #10 on: May 23, 2010, 01:46:50 am »
Hello Moe,

Wow, even with the swelling, there is considerable improvement! Good for you! What a brave and courageous soul you are! It certainly
has paid off! I am so very happy for you and pray for your continued healing and regaining your smile!!!
Blessings to you,
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Re: Pre/post gracilis flap surgery pics
« Reply #11 on: May 23, 2010, 05:34:40 am »
Moe
I"m late getting to this one as I've been busy making bath tablets/bombs for a bridal shower...You LOOK Great gal and happy belated birthday...
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Re: Pre/post gracilis flap surgery pics
« Reply #12 on: May 23, 2010, 10:02:33 am »
Thanks for the well wishes!
I will definitely keep this site for the progression pictures, in case anyone else ever has this complex procedure.

 The swelling will take up to six weeks to go down, and then I should notice movement at about the 3 month mark, so keep your eye open for this site at the end of the summmer!
Fingers crossed....

My face (cheek) is all tingly, even 5 days post surgery, so that is a GOOD sign. I haven't felt that for 4 years.
Also just the fact that I can breathe out of my left nostril, after 4 years. What a treat! (The small joys of life). :)
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5/13/10 Gracilis flap surgery UW for smile restoration :)
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Re: Pre/post gracilis flap surgery pics
« Reply #13 on: May 25, 2010, 07:06:48 am »
Looking good, Moe  ;D

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Re: Pre/post gracilis flap surgery pics
« Reply #14 on: May 31, 2010, 07:35:54 pm »
That is so exciting - can't wait to hear and see all of the details as they unfold.
Hugs Michelle  :-*
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