06-03-2015, 05:44 PM
As you often state, Eva, you are not a very patient person. But, patience is what you need right now. It takes a year or more to fully heal. That's something you have to expect and accept. The swelling will recede in much less time, though, and until all the swelling is gone, you shouldn't make any judgments about how you are going to look. I'm sure you will be very happy with the results. It's not uncommon, however, to have to go back for some adjustments. That's especially true when you have so much done at once. It's always best to give your soft tissues time to adjust to the new shape of your bones before altering them.
Mandible and chin reshaping is the most intrusive and painful of all FFS procedures. I was advised to not undertake either given how little improvement it would make in my appearance. Reading your accounts of the swelling and pain involved, I think I've made the right decision.
I'm very appreciative of your keeping me in the loop on your experiences. It helps me to know about the difficulties that I may face in recovery. I know that I should expect many of the same feelings as you. My FFS will take place in just a month. I'm feeling calm about it, but at the same time excited, and feeling good about my choice of surgeons.
I remember when you first came to BN as LittleMissS, I was in awe of how courageously you set out to transition to female. I followed your progress everyday and began to see the possibilities for myself. You literally showed me the pathway to becoming my true self. Now, I'm barely a month behind you. I really don't think I could have progressed so far, so fast, without the benefit of your example. All I can say to you is THANK YOU. We both have a long way to go still, and I wish you all the best on the road ahead.
Love and hugs,
Clara
Mandible and chin reshaping is the most intrusive and painful of all FFS procedures. I was advised to not undertake either given how little improvement it would make in my appearance. Reading your accounts of the swelling and pain involved, I think I've made the right decision.
I'm very appreciative of your keeping me in the loop on your experiences. It helps me to know about the difficulties that I may face in recovery. I know that I should expect many of the same feelings as you. My FFS will take place in just a month. I'm feeling calm about it, but at the same time excited, and feeling good about my choice of surgeons.
I remember when you first came to BN as LittleMissS, I was in awe of how courageously you set out to transition to female. I followed your progress everyday and began to see the possibilities for myself. You literally showed me the pathway to becoming my true self. Now, I'm barely a month behind you. I really don't think I could have progressed so far, so fast, without the benefit of your example. All I can say to you is THANK YOU. We both have a long way to go still, and I wish you all the best on the road ahead.
Love and hugs,
Clara