Will I always have to chew so much?

I am 3 weeks post op (lap RNY) and supposed to be on pureed diet, but I can't do it so I just chew the hell out of everything I eat. My question is- will I always have to chew so much? My teeth/gums actually hurt from all the chewing. I know I will never be able to "gobble" my food, but will there be a point when I can chew something like chicken in only three or four chews? Man, I hope so.....

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