The first two weeks
Swelling typically peaks in the first two to three days and then gradually settles. A liquid or soft diet is usual, and most patients rest at home after discharge.
Weeks three to six
Energy levels usually improve and many patients return to study or desk-based work during this period. The diet is progressed according to the surgical team’s advice.
Months three to twelve
Residual swelling continues to resolve over several months. Changes in sensation, if present, may continue to improve over this time. Orthodontic treatment to finalise the bite continues.
The information on this website is for general educational purposes and does not replace a consultation. Suitability for any procedure, and its potential benefits and risks, can only be determined following an individual clinical assessment. Individual results vary.