Caution before & after surgery (jaw correction, double jaw surgery, facial bone surgery)




<Caution before surgery>

1. Do not eat or drink (including candy, gum, and water) from midnight.


2. Please remove makeup, accessories, and manicure before visiting the clinic.

3. Do not smoke and drink alcohol preferably 1 week before surgery.

4. Please inform the clinic if you are having a cold or taking medication. Medication may hinder the surgery or recovery process.

5. Long term medication such as blood pressure, thyroid, diabetes etc, are allowed to be taken and should inform the clinic in advance.



 <Caution after surgery>


 1. Swelling

*After the surgery, there will be general swelling and bruising for 2-3 days. 
*It is recommended to lie straight down on your back and position your head higher than your heart for faster recovery. Please avoid lying face down.


 2. Cold pack

*Please applies cold pack for 3 days after surgery. It will help to swell and   bruising to subside faster.

*Please apply the cold pack about 5~6 times for 30 minutes each time per   day.


 3. Maintain cleanliness

*Please do not touch or rub the surgical area. It may cause infection and may affect the recovery and result.

*Please do not remove any bandages or cast or cotton on the surgical area until a nurse does it.

4. Scar

*There will not be any visible scars since surgery occurs inside the mouth.


5. Medicine

*Clinics will prescribe medicine which usually consists of antibiotics, pain killers and anti-inflammatory.


7. Exercise and aftercare

*Taking walks are recommended for faster recovery. However, heavy exercises are only possible after 3-4 weeks.

*Drinking and smoking should be avoided for 3 months. It can cause infection or delay the recovery process.


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