Still Researching.....Dr's in Houston ...and Q's to Cammie, Fiddlesticks

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Hi Again,

....its been a couple weeks since I posted last. Yesterday I had my

bottom braces put on.....my ortho is still recommending surgery. I'm

still really scared. After reading Andy's postings, I'm even more

worried, as my surgery is meant to help my TMJ. Sounds like not only

did the surgery cause Andy's TMJ to be worse, but he is also

suffering from permanent numbness.

But, I am still researching. I read that IrishSmiles, after a year

or more post op, has numbness that hasn't gone away. I read that

fiddlesticks calls her's an " altered sensation " . This information

really scares me, because it sounds to me like there is alot of

people with some sort of permanent numbness/sensation issues even

after long-term post op...especially people who have had the surgery

done at an older age....over 40. Cammie, it appears you are an

exception, and I'm happy it's been good for you. I have read some

success stories, but alot of them seem to be younger. Am I wrong on

this? Does age appear to be affecting people's full recovery.

Comments are welcome.

My other question. Has anyone heard of Dr. Terry D. in

Houston. He is recommended for my surgery, and I'm hoping someone

has heard of him, alternatively, does anyone have suggestions for

maxillofacial surgeons in Houston.

Thanks so much for everyone's replies.

Virginia