I booked myself in for September 13th - I wear braces and hopefully they will be off by then. I really need them off before the surgery as I realized I do not chew properly with them on.

It's still 16 weeks away but you know how fast the summer disappears in Canada! I went for a consult with Kathy on May 4th, and she could have booked me in within a couple of weeks - I really wanted to dive in but cooler heads prevailed when I practiced chewing. While I was there I heard them talking about the "young man" being next and I knew they meant Robgoblin.

I am scared of losing food, does that sound weird? What will I do with myself at certain times of the day? Do these old habits die hard or gracefully?

I have only told my DH & one close friend - when it gets close I will tell a couple more friends, but I'm not interested in too many opinions right now, I just want to trust mine.

Looking forward to hanging out here more! I wish I could go to the Bandster Bash this weekend, but I have a lot on. Have fun if you're going! Hopefully I can be there next year.

Cheers!

Ginger

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I agree Miranda, I met with Dr. Yau personally. He was great. Everyone is different so every one reacts to the different personalities in a different way. Feel confident in your decision. They are both really good surgeons.

Thanks Yoda and Susan!

I actually just spoke to Jill today. She asked how I was feeling and it was nice. I guess she wanted to know how well the cottage cheese and yogurt was going down. I have to say so far not to bad!

Now the Protein mix.....not so much. I think I will stay clear.

Ohh for sure I am having worries. I also did so my homework when it came to reseaching this whole process....actually coming to this site and reading peoples experiences was part of it.

Where my mind is right now......"well Miranda your doing so well with the cottage cheese and yogurt....you obviously have SOME self control...why do you need major surgey??"

Then the reality Miranda kicks in and says "Well you have tried 10 million other ways and was not successful at any"

lol, I guess those conversations will occur until June 7/07 (my big day)

Where my mind is right now......"well Miranda your doing so well with the cottage cheese and yogurt....you obviously have SOME self control...why do you need major surgey??"

Then the reality Miranda kicks in and says "Well you have tried 10 million other ways and was not successful at any"

Yeah...we have ALL said the exact same thing! You will do great my dear.

I think that is pretty subjective. It all depends on the individual...one person may find Dr. Mumford's clinic more personable whereas another person may find quite the opposite and think TLBC is much more personal. By the way...anyone can also meet with Dr Yau at TLBC....all you have to do is ask!

Yoda I understand what you're saying but for $16,000 you shouldn't have to ask to speak to the surgeon, it should be part of the consultation. Just constructive criticism nothing against the integrity/quality of service at the clinic - after all I booked my surgery there! Today Jill called me to finalize the details of my surgery and she was sooo nice and understanding I already love her!