Re: Distraction update - to Corinne

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Hi Corinne,

That's probably a good thing that you've never heard of distractors.

They're usually used when there are very large movements involved.

My mandible was advanced 17 mm forward and the condyle was

distracted 15 mm making a grand total of 32 mm of new bone in my

lower jaw on each side.

I'm really glad to hear everything went well at your surgeon's

appointment. What a relief that must have been. I hope everything

continues to progress well.

> I've never heard of " distractors, " but I'm glad your surgeon is

> pleased with the result so far.

>

> I had to chuckle out loud when I read your husband's comment to

the

> lady in the post office. And thanks for the advice on the popping

> jaw. My surgeon looked at me today - and said not to worry - it's

a

> common thing as things settle after surgery.

>

> Corinne