This pamphlet provides information about your care and recovery at home after surgery. Topics include bleeding, swelling, pain, mouth care, stitches, eating guidelines, and when to call the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic. This pamphlet is also available in French.
TMJ surgery is done to treat problems with your jaw joints. This pamphlet includes what to expect after surgery (like eating and drinking, swelling, stitches, pain, and physio sticks). A list of symptoms that require you to call the oral surgery resident are listed.
Cleft lip and palate surgery is done to correct differences in the lip, nose, jaws, and roof of the mouth. This pamphlet explains what will happen on the day of your surgery and after your surgery.
Corrective jaw surgery improves the position of your jaw. This pamphlet explains what to expect before and after your surgery, and at home.
A facial bone fracture (break) must be treated to prevent future problems. This pamphlet explains what to expect before and after surgery, and at home.
Preprosthetic jaw surgery is done to change the upper or lower jaw ridges. This is done so dentures can be worn more comfortably, or dental implants can be placed. This pamphlet explains what to expect before and after surgery.