Post op

The first one to two hours after surgery is spent in the recovery room. When you are fully alert, you will be able to return home in the care of a friend or a family member. Some patients opt to spend the first night after surgery in the hospital. This may be advised when the implant insertion is combined with other procedures such as rhinoplasty.

Instructions are given on how to care for the incisions sites, which are in the mouth. The stitches used are usually dissolvable.

Pain medication is prescribed, although this is usually unnecessary after the first day. Sleeping with your head elevated can significantly reduce any discomfort.

There may be mild bruising and swelling which lasts for approximately one week. This can easily be covered with make up. Most patients return to work and social activities after one week. Heavy physical exercise is avoided for three weeks following the procedure.