jaymi2521 13 Posted January 14, 2013 When can we drink from a straw again ladies and gents Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
worm2872 635 Posted January 14, 2013 I was told never. :-( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaymi2521 13 Posted January 14, 2013 This sucks. Sometimes the drink r too cold for my teeth Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mommy327 56 Posted January 15, 2013 I miss straws lol.... I can't do them and was told to avoid them Sent from my iPad using RNYTalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
abbybeep 53 Posted January 15, 2013 I used to have that problem with my teeth (Pre-surgery) for years. I used Sensodyne tooth paste for a few months and it really helped. Just and idea Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pookybear 284 Posted January 15, 2013 Really? I've never heard that. Why can't you use straws? A friend of mine drinks with straws all the time and she had the surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
worm2872 635 Posted January 15, 2013 Supposedly adds air to your pouch. Most Drs say it is a big no no like gum. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pookybear 284 Posted January 15, 2013 Well how are you supposed to drink your iced coffee then lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaymi2521 13 Posted January 15, 2013 Well how are you supposed to drink your iced coffee then lol I'm dying for some iced coffee too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaymi2521 13 Posted January 15, 2013 Supposedly adds air to your pouch. Most Drs say it is a big no no like gum. My ex co worker was drinking thru straws a few months out from her surgery Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JustJenn 542 Posted January 15, 2013 I use a straw for my Protein and for some reason I get more Water in when I drink with a straw. My dr is okay with that since "it works" .::SurgeryDate 7/25/12::. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
music1618 879 Posted January 15, 2013 My doc said straws were ok to use. I was given straws while in the hospital after surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparklette 381 Posted January 15, 2013 Straws can allow air to enter the pouch and that will stretch it out. It sucks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaymi2521 13 Posted January 15, 2013 My doc said straws were ok to use. I was given straws while in the hospital after surgery. I'm going to asks doct this week. But I'm thinking it should be ok some months from now just like eating some normal things Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bridget Fritz 10 Posted January 15, 2013 I was told never as well Share this post Link to post Share on other sites