I am pre-op, diagnosed with TMJ....can't chew!

Recently diagnosed with TMJ. My jaw hurts when I have to chew. I've heard you must chew thoroughly or get food stuck with the rny. Does anyone know if you have to chew thoroughly with the duodenal switch, too?

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