Dallas Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

How Long Is Jaw Surgery Recovery?

Like every other surgical procedure, jaw surgery also has its own recovery process. The procedure is generally safe for candidates who are considered for it, and the healing process should not pose much difficulty to the patient. Having a knowledge of the recovery period and how to aid steady and smooth recovery is necessary for anyone who is considering jaw surgery.

Our professionals at Dallas Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery carry out jaw surgery on patients as a corrective measure for jaw problems, and as a result, improve oral health and facial appearance.

What Is Jaw Surgery?

Known as orthognathic surgery, jaw surgery is a corrective procedure used to eliminate problems and irregularities in the jawbone. It also focuses on calibrating the jawbone and teeth to optimize their efficiency, and inevitably improve the look and appearance of the patient. Typically, the surgery is best done for patients who have stopped growing. This is usually in the late teen years for females, and early twenties for males. Orthognathic surgery should be performed by a certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, which you can find in our team of professionals.
What Is The Procedure Like?

Prior to the scheduled procedure, our professionals will place braces on our teeth for a number of months. This is to align and prepare your teeth for the procedure. With X-rays, we will take images that will help to plan the procedure. The surgery requires general anesthesia to keep you comfortable. All of the process is usually carried out in the mouth, so you may not worry about scars on your face.

After the procedure is completed, you may be required to stay in our facility for a few days. This will enable us to monitor the post-procedure healing. Our professionals will set you up with a suitable meal plan, oral hygiene practices, and possible medication for the pain.
How Long Is The Recovery Process?

Once you are cleared to go home, we will instruct you on most suitable practices to optimize the healing process. During the first week, you may experience some swelling and discomfort. Your diet here would need to be really soft or even liquid, to ensure that the results are not disrupted. This diet can be extended up to four weeks. After that, you can start incorporating meals that require light chewing. This will help to strengthen the muscles and exercise the jaw in little doses. Up to this point, you should avoid strenuous activities.

Within six weeks post-surgery, your jaw should be healing nicely, and by the 10th or 12th week, the healing process should be completed. Although it is noteworthy that we are all different, and so is the recovery process. It is always advisable to allow our bodies to heal at a safe pace. Getting jaw surgery should not put you in fear. Our professionals are here to give you customized answers to all of your questions and curiosity about jaw surgery. Please reserve an appointment with Dallas Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery by calling us at 972-733-0414 today.

Patient Feedback

Dr. Sherry was very professional and personable. Day one of meeting him he made me and my family confident about surgery. He was available for questions, concerns, and did a thorough job talking us through the process/recovery. His team was also incredible, so helpful and friendly. I had a great healing process, no complications, and overall a great experience! I would HIGHLY recommend Dr. Sherry and his team if you are even considering oral surgery.

- Nikki

Dr. Lee and his staff did such an amazing job. All within one week I had a consultation and procedure to have wisdom teeth removed. I’ve already referred a friend to him as well. They are so affordable and made each encounter comfortable. He truly cares for his patients. So all in all I thank him and his staff for a job well done. Definitely call and make that appointment no need to look any further.

- Ciera

I was a new patient at Dallas Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and my experience was GREAT! Dr. Gannon is amazing and so is his entire staff and the entire facility! I want to give a huge shout out to Aby! She was amazing the day of my surgery! I highly recommend this facility! Everyone was AWESOME! Thank you all for a professional and quick surgery day!

- Shawna

Dr. Sherry and the rest of the staff was extremely helpful and made my experience as comfortable as possible. Dr. Sherry did a great job in addressing my concerns and is empathetic towards those who are nervous about dental procedures. Highly recommend!!

- Martha

Dr. Lee and his staff were great! He and his team were very professional and friendly. I had a lot of work done and I would highly recommend Dr. Lee. I was very impressed with his knowledge and skill. He is awesome!

- Mark

Absolutely THE best dental experience I have had in my entire life! I had been suffering from a failed root canal (done by a dentist I shall not name). Dr. Gannon and his staff took care of my needs (xrays, antibiotics, etc) until I was able to get the tooth surgically removed. No pain and aftercare follow-up with them was great! If there were 10 stars I would rate them at that! I wish they did regular dentistry there too.

- Susie

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