Just saw this on RTE news, amazing story. Connie Culp, 46, was shot in the face by her husband in 2004 - he then turned the gun on himself. 30 operations later, she still did not have the ability to perform ‘ordinary’ facial functions. A 22 hr operation, led by 11 surgeons has reHer news conference afterwards was special too, kids used to call her a monster. Connie used to have to carry a photo of herself to show them what she used to look like. It will be very interesting to see if she regains the ability to smell and drink (not using a straw) - things we all take for granted.

Before shooting:

Connie Culp pre-shooting

After shooting:

Connie Culp pre-operation

After operation:

Connie Culp after operation

News conference
Pics of Connie Culp previously

-BHC