Posted by John F. Hoffman on December 03, 2000 at 19:06:37:

On OCt 12, 2000 I had all but 3 upper teeth pulled in preparation for Mandibular advancement surgery on 11-30-2000. The surgery was attempted on 11-30-2000 but had to be aborted after 1200 ml blood loss. I was (and am planning to have implants (at least 2 on the lower and 1 on the upper) done next year. The oral surgeon would like to try again later, but I am not sure I want to go that route again. Pain and swelling is extreme. My general dentist thinks that my dentures will not function well as my lower jaw is to far back. I am geting tired of living out a food procesor (right now I am living on thin liquids only and can only open my mouth about an inch). What are my options? ANy suggestions?