How long does it take to recover from jaw surgery?
Patients may need jaw surgery for any number of reasons, such as correcting a malocclusion that causes discomfort or to address a congenital defect and improve the smile’s appearance. Such procedures can be complicated and involved. Because jaw surgery can be extensive, patients often express concern that they will experience significant disruptions to their daily routine as they recover from the procedure. In reality, the recovery time associated with jaw surgery will vary from patient to patient, depending on the complexity of the surgery and the specific problem that is being corrected. As a part of planning for your jaw surgery, your oral surgeon should explain the mechanics of the procedure that is being performed and what that may mean for your recovery. Some patients who undergo more minor surgeries may be able to return to a normal routine within a week or two of jaw surgery, if healing progresses…