PREPARING FOR YOUR MANDIBLE SURGERY
Pre and post-surgery conditioning of your body is important in order for your body to recover in the shortest time from the surgery, which will aid in producing the best results
It is very important to let us know if you have any allergies (drugs, herbs, food) which you may have, or suspected to have.
IMPORTANT REMINDER
Please keep us informed should you have any medical history (high blood pressure, heart problem or diabetes etc) and/or medication to us immediately and as well as any allergies (drugs, herbs, food), which you may have, or suspected to have.
Everyone heal at different pace, some may heal really fast without much signs of bruising and swelling while some may take a longer time to heal and recover. It is very important for patients to stay positive throughout the healing process.
Expected Duration Of Stay ~ 8 days 7 nights
Minimum of days required to stay in Seoul ~ 6 days 5 nights
Review ~ Day 1, Day 5 and Day 7 after surgery
Stitch Removal ~ No stitch off as dissolvable stitches will be inside your mouth
Others ~ One night admission stay in Clinic Recovery Room
Body Checkup & Blood Test (Prior to Surgery Day)
Mandible surgery will be performed under General Anesthesia thus you will need to go through a Body Check and Blood Test on your consultation day. Alternatively, you may opt to have the body check & body test done by your preferred doctor at your own expenses. Please kindly inform us your intention and obtain the full list of different type of checks & tests required by us.
Day of Your Surgery
- Please arrive at our clinic 30 mins before your schedule appointment time.
- Please DO NOT EAT OR DRINK ANYTHING 8 hours before your scheduled surgery time.
- Please do not wear wigs, hairpins, jewelry, false eyelashes, or contact lenses.
- Remove nail polish, gel nails, acrylic nails and nails extension.
- DO NOT put on make up.
- Wear loose and comfortable clothings and comfortable foot wear.
- This Procedure will be conducted under general anesthesia, and it takes approximately 1 hour and it is normal to experience mild nausea and drowsiness right after surgery.
- One night observation stay will be required in our recovery room after surgery and will be discharged the following day after doctor’s review.
Pre-operative Guide for Mandible (Angle Reduction)
DO NOT ~
- Do not smoke. If you smoke, you should stop for at least 2 weeks prior to surgery. Nicotine effects circulation and can slow down healing time.
- Do not take aspirin or aspirin-containing product, or any Vitamin E for two weeks prior to or following your scheduled surgery. Aspirin has an effect on your blood’s ability to clot and could increase your tendency to bleed at the time of surgery and during the post-operative period.
- Stop all medications (Except high blood pressure medications) including vitamin C at least 10 days prior to surgery. You may resume taking Vitamin C after surgery as it can help to speed up your recovery.
- Do not take diet pills or herbal supplements 7 days prior to surgery.
The below-mentioned Medication/Supplements should stop taking 7 days before the surgery.
Weight-loss products and nutritional or herbal supplements (减肥产品或含有草药的补品):
Alpha-lipoic acid (α-硫辛酸), Echinacea (松果), Gingko biloba (银杏), L-carnosine (L-肌肽), Omega-3 (欧米加3), Acetyl- l- carnitine (乙酰基L-肉毒碱), Ephedra (麻黄), Ginseng (人参), Licorice (甘草), Resveratrol (白藜芦醇), Cinnamon (肉桂), Camomile (甘菊), Fish Oil (鱼油), Garlic (大蒜), Glucosamine-glutamine (氨基葡萄糖谷氨酰胺), Chondroitin (软骨素), Kava (卡瓦), Milk thistle (水飞蓟), Skullcap (头盖骨), St. John’s wort (圣约翰草), Creatine (肌酸), Ginger (姜), Goldenseal (毛茛), Multivitamins (多种维生素), Vitamin C & E (维他命C和E), Evening Primrose Oil (月见草油), Royal Jelly (蜂王浆).
- Do not drink alcoholic beverages for 5 days prior to surgery. Alcohol may create complications and increasing bruising.
DO (Optional) ~
- You may wish to take Vitamin C two months before surgery for speedy healing for scar. However, please STOP taking them 10 days before surgery date. And continue to take after surgery as long as possible.
- 片仔癀 (Pian Zai Huang) ~ Traditional Chinese Medication according to Chinese Physician it aid healing, prevent inflammation before & after surgery, reduce swelling & pain.
If you intend to consume this traditional chinese medication, take 2 capsules of 片仔癀 (Pian Zai Huang) 1 day before surgery. After surgery you should take the medicine prescribe by doctor 3 times daily 30 minutes after meal, and as for 片仔癀 (Pian Zai Huang) you should take it at night before you rest & should be taken 3-4hrs after you have taken doctor’s prescription. Please Do Not Mix it together with doctor’s prescription as片仔癀 (Pian Zai Huang) is a very strong chinese medication that will override all kind of medication.
- 何人可凉茶 (he ren ke liang cha/Herbal Tea) should be taken 1 week prior to surgery to relieve body heat, drink it every alternate day before & after surgery.
Here are some non-compulsory items/treatments that will help to condition your body.
- Manuka Honey UMF 16 ~ Soothing, Conditioning and Boost up your Immunity
- Nutritional or Meal Replacement Shake ~ Supplement your normal meals
- REJURAN HEALER Treatment ~ Aid in Skin Regeneration & Repair Damage Cells
- REJURAN ~ A Natural Healing Cosmetics Set ~ Please refer to our local consultant for more information.
- RX Device ~ Reduce swelling and accelerate recovery ~ SG$220 per pair (2 devices)RX Device can only be used on Day 1 after surgery.
Medication
- You may be prescribed with medication that comes in a pre-packed form consisting of different tablets and capsules in each pack.
In most cases, our standard medication like Painkiller, antibiotic and digestive pill are prescribed at no additional cost. Should you required any other special medication, Doctor will provide the prescription for you and the medication may be purchase over any medical counter at your own cost.
- The Pre-Packed Standard Medication to be taken 3 times a day, 30 mins after each meal, unless advised otherwise.
- If there are Korean words on your medication such as 아침, 점심 and 저녁, please note that they mean that they should be taken after:
- 아침: breakfast
- 점심: lunch
- 저녁: dinner
If you develop a rash or think you are having an allergic reaction to the medication, please call our clinic immediately.
Terramycin ointment is usually prescribed for patients undergoing surgeries. Please apply this ointment starting immediately after the surgery, over the stitch areas, twice daily. Once in the morning and once in the evening for at least 2 weeks.
SPECIAL CARE ~ Compression Garment for Face
A Facial Compression Garment for FaceLift/Facial Contouring procedure(s) is required and can be purchased at the clinic at 30,000KRW per piece.
Post-Operative Care for Mandible (Angle Reduction)
Some guides on taking care after the surgery:
For the first 24 to 48 hours, you should be bed-rest but you may start walking around when you do not feel dizzy as walking will helps blood circulation for speedy recovery.
No sports or exercise is allowed at this period of time but, if you feel up to it, you may go for an easy walk.
Patients are advised to be on soft or liquid diet for the first 2 days to 1 week.
Do not blow your nose for 2-3 weeks after the surgery. All contact sports and most strenuous activity also should be avoided for at least 4 weeks.
Patients may experience pain, numbness, bruises and swelling around the cheeks. Occasionally, patient may experience tightness during mouth opening. These symptoms are normal, usually last about 3-4 weeks.
After mandible angle reduction, the patient are advised to wear a facial compression garment which can be purchased at our clinic for about 1week to minimize the swelling and bruising. Do take note that do not wear is too tight and if you feel too uncomfortable you can release the compression garment at a comfortable pressure. You need to wear the compression garment for at least 8hrs per day.
- Do Not sleep too long as it will prolong swelling and best position to sleep is with head elevated at 45 degree for 3-4 weeks as this will helps to deswell faster.
- Smoking should be strictly prohibited as nicotine affect blood circulation and can slow down healing time.
- Compressive dressing around cheek
- Wound care for any external wounds
- Take the prescribed medications as instructed
- Gargle your mouth after every meal if there are any oral wounds to avoid oral infection.
Must Read Notes
- Apply ice pack for 5-10 minutes per side on a hourly basis for the first 48 hours after surgery to help deswell. (Freeze the Ice Pack before use)
- Apply cold pack at least 3 times per day after 48hrs. (Chill the cold pack in the refrigerator)
- Review day will be scheduled on Day 1 & Day 5 after surgery and (high-frequency) deswelling treatment will be performed on Day 7 after surgery. Doctor may make changes to this schedule subject to individual patient’s condition.
- Compression Garment must be worn at all time upon discharged.
- Makeup is possible post surgery but makeup must be removed thoroughly upon cleansing.
- Daily Sunblock is a must and we highly recommend to use Sunscreen with SPF 50+ PA+++ with thorough cleansing.
- You may start to shower and wash your face gently on Day 1 post surgery.
- Swelling and bruising are expected, both sides of the face heals differently but be assured the swelling and bruising will subside gradually after a week. Most patients are quite “presentable” within 1 to 2 weeks. You may feel some numbness around the ears and jaw areas which is normal and feeling will regain gradually after 3 months or longer subject to individual recovery.
- Social activities, excessive/strenuous exercise and contact sports should be restricted for ONE MONTH after surgery. Gradual resumption of any athletic activity you are comfortable with is allowed
- You can swim or resume your exercise 1 month post surgery but do not exert force on the surgical site as bleeding may occur. Sauna is not advisable when swelling has not subside.
- Constipation is very common due to the pain medication and anesthesia. Please inform your condition to our clinic.
- Do not compare your progress with other patients. Remember that everyone’s healing process varies. Also, if you have any questions or concerns, contact us directly.
- Keep your emotion under control and Stay Positive for speedy recovery!
Complimentary ITEM Selfcare Pouch
Selfcare Pouch includes ice pack, mini ice pack, cosmetic facial mask, ointment, cotton swab and cotton pad.
- Ice Pack & Mini Ice Pack
To reduce your swelling around your surgical site, you need to apply the ice pack as much as you can do. Mini ice pack can be used for patients who had rhinoplasty
- Ointment
A day later from the surgery, you have to apply the ointment two times a day around your stitches area not make your scar dry.
- Cotton Swab & Cotton
Whenever applying the ointment around your surgical site, you need to use cotton swab to apply them gently. After the surgery, the blood temporarily can be released. That is a very normal symptom and please wipes off the blood with cotton pad.
- Cosmetic Facial Mask Pack
After removing stitches around your surgical site, you can apply the cosmetic facial mask to rejuvenate your skin condition. During your healing process, you may not wash your face as normal daily life.
- Concentrated Pumpkin Juice
Drink one pack per day to helps reduce swelling.
We hope this helps and good luck for your surgery. We wish you a speedy recovery!
If there is any doubts, please do not hesitate to seek help from us.
Thank you for choosing ITEM Plastic Surgery Clinic! ^^
