How many days after jaw surgery should I eat?
In fact, the patient can start eating something 3 hours after jaw surgery. Generally, only liquid nutrition is recommended for 1-2 days after the operation. In the first week, soft and pureed foods should be fed. After about 7-10 days, normal nutrition can be started gradually.
When does numbness disappear after jaw surgery?
There is numbness in the early period, and if there is no serious trauma during surgery, it decreases over time. The numbness on the face and lips usually disappears spontaneously within 3-6 months. Sometimes it may take longer, but most of the time it is not permanent. In fact, the important thing here is that this numbness is not like paralysis, but a numbness related to loss of sensation, which also passes over time.
Will my mouth remain closed after jaw surgery?
After the operation, the mouth opening capacity may be slightly restricted. This is a temporary condition and improves over time with regular exercises.
How long is the hospital stay after jaw surgery?
After single or double jaw surgery, we hospitalise the patient for 1 day. We then discharge the patient.