10:45 PM
The muscle that will create the smile is definitely responding when Taylor clenches his teeth, but just not much. In fact, I'm not sure it can even be measured, but it's definitely moving a little bit.
He still has some swelling on the left side of his head and the area where the muscle was moved in is still swollen.
I took some photos and emailed them on Friday to the Surgeon that did the operation so he can see how the swelling is doing. Next week, I'll video Taylor as he tries to smile so we can find out if he's progressing the way he should be.
The Dr. said it would take a couple of months before the full effect of the muscle is known, but it's only been a couple of weeks so I guess we shouldn't get nervous just yet. All the other operations have worked, so no reason this one isn't going to.
it's just gonna take some time, that's all. he'll be grinnin any day now, full out.
ReplyDeletenot that anything in that household is funny or anything hahah