How long ago? It's been a month for me... Everyday it gets better - I still have trouble with d, t, sh... Give it time - I know it's embarrassing - people who know me understand - those that don't know me I apologize and tell them I just had surgery. They are always ok with it. It takes time. I hate being incapacitated but this is a journey - I know it will get better. My surgeon told me if it needs a little tweaking ( de bulking ) they would do it. But they did an amazing job. Seriously a lot the people here have had this surgery and a few months out their speech is almost normal. My dr. Told me that my speech will be fine - I may only have a small lisp when I'm tired. The tip of my tongue is still numb as well but it's tingly too... That means it's healing. Eat a little more slowly - watch the tip for a while. Truly give it a little time... And take care.