How long is recovery from broken jaw surgery?

How long is recovery from broken jaw surgery?

Following surgery, your jaws may be held together with elastics. A period of 2–6 weeks is usually required for initial bone healing.

How long does it take to recover from minor jaw surgery?

Initial jaw healing typically takes about six weeks after surgery, but complete healing can take up to 12 weeks. After initial jaw healing — at about six weeks — your orthodontist finishes aligning your teeth with braces. The entire orthodontic process, including surgery and braces, may take several years.

What surgery is done for a broken jaw?

Pain should be addressed and managed effectively by the doctor. Many mandible fractures are stable, and the only treatment required is wiring the upper and lower teeth together. This will most commonly be performed by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. More unstable fractures often require surgery.

How do they remove wires of a broken jaw?

Pull on the twist with a hemostat or needle driver and pull the wire out. There are generally 2-4 fixation wires per each side that require cutting in order to open the mouth. In some instances, there may be heavy elastics vertically as well, pull and cut those as well.

Are screws removed after jaw surgery?

Loose bone screws: Generally, bone screws do not come loose. If this does occur, the problem is treated by removing the screws after the bone has healed. Patients may require further surgery to remove wires, pins, screws, plates or splints.

How long is liquid diet after jaw surgery?

Chewing food after surgery can be painful and slow down your healing. After surgery, it is very important to eat and drink enough to help you heal. You will need to follow a liquid or pureed diet until your jaw has healed. This usually takes about 4 to 6 weeks.

Can you still talk with a broken jaw?

You may not be able to close your mouth or open it very wide. Your jaw may be twisted to one side. Your bite may not line up correctly. You may have trouble speaking or swallowing.

Does bone grow back after jaw surgery?

Your bones will grow back together, initially held together by plates or screws. Within about six weeks, you should be feeling back to normal. By three months, your bones should be fully healed.