Replied by Mama to Many (TN) on 03/31/2022
Dear Marsh, I think a liquid diet would be a really good idea.
I have had jaw surgery twice and, while that is not what you had, you have the same area trying to heal. Each time my doctor had me on a liquid/soft diet for 3-6 weeks.
Baby food is convenient, as are smoothies. When it was a six week diet I made normal dinner for my family and put mine in the food processor. Spaghetti that way isn't bad, but stir fry is. Ha.
Magnesium before bed will also help relax things.
And you could try turmeric for inflammation. It is easy to add to soups and smoothies. I have used 1/2 to 1 teaspoon 3-4 times a day like that.
Finally, comfrey salve, gently massaged into the muscles several times a day should help.
I hope you get beyond this soon!
~Mama to Many~
