Leslie: I am thinking pain is part of the game.. I take percocet, A liquid that is made up of narcotics and xanax. It curbs the pain for a few minutes . It isn't long before I am in pain again. I have oxycontin but have never even tried it. I have heard so much about it, I would rather be in pain and no drug dependant. I wish I could give you some advice but need some too. Most advice I get is to take the meds as needed not when I feel like it which isn't often. I think I'm a tough old bird until that pain in my mouth, on my tongue and my throat take over. LOL I guess I am a whimp.