Hey it could have been worse. 20 years ago I received an uppercut from a mare when I was treating her foal. Three broken bones in my lower jaw, pulverized palate, 7 teeth knocked out, and nerve damage. I still have a mighty scar, and a fortune in dental work in my mouth, but other than that - I'm great. Bonus to the story - having your jaw wired shut for 8 weeks is a great weight loss diet!