39 days left

I have 39 days left before surgery. This week has been particularly difficult. I just had the Ortho slenderize my teeth with a tiny skill saw, put on a power chain and place rubber bands from top to bottom. I will try to take a photo so you will feel sorry for me. Having braces at my age is a bit humiliating and then to add the bands and chains is just plain depressing. It has been 4 days and I still have not been able to chew because of the pain and size of my teeth opening. The good news is I have lost 3 pounds. Now that I have a surgery date I am looking forward to having this behind me.