Care before and after maxillofacial surgery

Before maxillofacial surgery

• Some tests such as blood tests, pre-surgery imaging and other diagnostic tests may be requested. These tests give the surgeon the necessary information about your health.
• Before surgery, you may be advised not to eat or drink for a certain amount of time before surgery. These recommendations are usually due to antibiotics and dental oncitis.
• If you are a smoker, your surgeon will recommend a period to quit smoking before surgery. Not smoking makes the operation easier to perform and recovery is faster.

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After surgery

• You may experience pain, swelling, and discomfort in the surgical area. The surgeon may prescribe pain-relieving medications and provide guidance on how to manage the pain.
• You may need to change your diet. The surgeon should advise what foods to eat, how to eat, and what foods to avoid.
• If there is a wound in the surgical area, you should follow the surgeon's instructions for cleaning and caring for the wound.
• You may need to limit your activities such as staying at home, avoiding heavy exercise and some heavy activities. The surgeon should inform you about the allowed activities and specific restrictions after the surgery.

Care after jaw surgery

All surgeries that can be performed in different areas of the face, mouth, and jaw are very sensitive, and you, dear ones, should follow some points as post-surgery care to prevent re-injury.. The following are the most important tips and precautions:

1. Use a cold water compress to prevent and reduce any bruising and swelling.
2. Avoid washing your mouth and teeth for two days after your jaw surgery.
3. Avoid heavy activities.
4. Consumption of alcohol and tobacco for a month or at least 3 Set aside for a week.
5. Use fruits such as pineapple and celery to reduce your facial swelling.

 

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