Interesting subject Lisa!
Kissing was always part of our daily routine, but now has to be much more gentle because of my pain.
Hugging is also difficult if totally spontaneous and and involves contact with my right jaw area!
I'm also seriously self-conscious because I'm a denture-wearer and in times of bad pain have to take them out--but must admit, that bothers him a lot less than me.
Just give him a snog--he may be worried about hurting you!

Brenda