Double Jaw Surgery Recovery Process and Swelling

Let's discuss the essential items you need to prepare for your hospital stay, the recovery process, and how to manage swelling after double jaw surgery.

Personal belongings for Double Jaw Surgery

You only need to bring your personal belongings for the surgery. However, as your face may appear swollen when you are discharged, it's recommended to prepare a hat or a hooded jacket. While staying in the hospital, you'll generally be able to manage on your own without much discomfort, but it's important to have a guardian accompany you when you leave the hospital.

Changes in Swelling After Double Jaw Surgery

Swelling varies from person to person, but generally, it begins immediately after surgery and starts to subside after the first week. By the 5th week, the swelling should reduce significantly, allowing you to return to your daily life, and by the 7th week, your facial contours should return to normal. Proper management of swelling and ample rest will aid in your recovery.

Managing swelling after surgery is crucial, so it's important to be mindful of post-operative instructions and continue consistent care.

Post-Surgery Recovery Process

On the day of surgery, a compression bandage is wrapped around the entire face to minimize swelling and bleeding. Tight facial compression using the bandage is essential right after the surgery and may cause some discomfort, but it’s a critical step in the recovery process, so it’s important to endure the discomfort.

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Many patients report experiencing difficulty breathing on the first day after surgery. Nasal congestion is a common symptom, and I help make breathing easier for the patient by cleaning the nasal area using an endoscope. Additionally, an X-ray is taken on the same day to check the surgical area.

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On the second day after surgery, we perform a more detailed assessment by taking a CT scan to ensure the surgery went according to plan. This allows us to compare the pre-operative and post-operative conditions of the patient..

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Swelling at the Time of Discharge

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By the 5th week, you will notice a significant reduction in swelling, even in photos. The CT scan will also show a decrease in swelling, not only in the facial area but also in the airway. Although you can return to your daily routine at this stage, it’s still essential to focus on gradual recovery without overexerting yourself.

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By the 7th week, most of the swelling should have subsided, and your facial contours will have returned to normal. At this point, you will begin to clearly see the results of the surgery. Not only will the swelling decrease, but your facial contours will also become more defined, and this change will be visible in imaging tests.

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