OP Senior Member (100+ posts) Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 126 | Chris - Thanks for that reminder about stretching exercises. My surgeon or prosthodontist didn't initally give me anything. When I saw my oncologist for the first time he became concerned. I was only able to open my mouth about 14cm. He immediately order a thera-bite and I began exercises 3 -4 times a day. I made good progress up to about 22cm, and then got stuck! I can't seem to do more. Any other suggests? They suggested doing it more often but when you are in pain anyway it is hard to subject yourself to more pain.
Sharon, 57; Hard Palate; T1, High Grade, DX 6-12-09, Surgery, maxillectomy 7-14-09, 33 RT (9-2-09 to 10-19-09); Prothesis (obturator). None smoker, non drinker.
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