kim is so right. i had mine done sept. 06. i found ice cream was the best thing for me to swallow. i had to wait six weeks before i could drive and that just about drove me crazy. i joined blockbuster online and ordered movies delivered to my door. had to wear hard collar during the day and soft collar at night when lay down. like kim i slept sitting up for a long time. but it was well worth it. hope all goes well with both of you