Nutrition After Jaw Surgery: A Step-by-Step Guide

Liquid Diet (First 7 Days) - First Step After Jaw Surgery

Only liquid foods should be consumed during the first week after jaw surgery. During this period, liquids with high nutritional value and easy to consume should be preferred.

Recommended Foods to Consume:

• Protein-rich smoothies
• Strained soups (chicken broth, vegetable soup)
• Milk and kefir
• Freshly squeezed fruit juices (non-acidic)
• Drinks with nutritional supplements (according to doctor's recommendation)

Foods to Avoid:

• Acidic and spicy drinks
• Drinks that are too hot or too cold
• Carbonated drinks

 

2. Puree Diet (7-14 Days) - Smooth Transition After Jaw Surgery

As of the second week, a transition from liquid to puree consistency can be made. Soft and easy-to-swallow foods that do not contain solid parts should be preferred.

Recommended Foods to Consume:

• Yoghurt and probiotic yoghurt
• Pureed vegetables (carrots, potatoes, courgettes)
• Banana and avocado puree
• Well boiled and crushed porridge

Foods to Avoid:

• Hard and crusted fruits and vegetables
• Nuts and seeds
• Very spicy and acidic foods

 

3. Soft feeding (between 2-6 weeks) - Middle period after jaw surgery

Patients who complete the first two weeks can gradually switch to softer solid foods. However, hard foods that require chewing should be avoided.

Recommended Foods to Consume:

• Boiled egg and omelette
• Cheese and dairy products
• Good boiled vegetables and pasta
• Baked soft fruits
• Minced or shredded chicken

Foods to Avoid:

• Raw vegetables and hard fruits
• Crackers, crisps and hard bread
• Sugary and sticky foods

 

4. Transition to normal nutrition (after the 6th week) - Full recovery after jaw surgery

6 weeks after the operation, with the doctor's approval, normal nutrition can be started gradually. However, excessively hard and sticky foods should still be avoided and the doctor's advice should be followed.

Things to Consider:

• Small bites should be taken to increase chewing power
• Eat slowly and chew well
• The jaw should not be forced

 

Conclusion

Nutrition after jaw surgery is very important for the healing process to proceed smoothly. After the surgery, you should stick to the nutrition plan recommended by your doctor and gradually transition to foods that require chewing.

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