Well when he has his hand in your mouth and tels you to let him know if it hurts.. why not rest your hand on his leg where you just have to make a short reach to get his attention. LOL Ouch that would hurt. LOL

Since posting this. UPMC, Pittsburgh, Oct 2011 until Jan. I averaged about 2 to 3 surgeries a week there. w Can't have jaw made as bone is deteroriating steaily that is left in jaw. Mersa is to blame. Feeding tube . Had trach for 4mos. Got it out April.
--- Passed away 5/14/14, will be greatly missed by everyone here