Dr. Winston Marks extracted a wisdom tooth on 2/22/07. The procedure itself seemed to go fine but my recovery has been horrible!! I had pain and numbness around the entire side of my gum, mouth and lips. I questioned Dr. Marks if the surgery would interfere with my flute playing in anyway. He re-assured me that it would not. UNFORTUNATELY, one year later, my outer lip is STILL NUMB and my flute playing has been compromised. For nine months I could not practice the flute, chew my food well or smile properly. If I had been a professional flute player, my career would be over. As it is, I have to re-learn a new embouchure in order to play again. Its like nearly starting over after having successfully played for five years. Even on a subsequent follow-up, he assured me that I would be fine. Sadly, that has not been the case.
out of 5 stars
