Reason
for Surgery
I was self-conscious about my facial shape,
especially my jaw. My upper lips and philtrum are on the shorter side so my
gums are visible when I smile. I also feel that my chin and jaw look longer
compared to other people so I decided to get surgery.
Reason
for Choosing EU
I was set on having double jaw surgery and
looked up several plastic surgery clinics but found out that it was better to
get facial bone surgery at an Oral & Maxillofacial Clinic. So I made a reservation
and got a consultation. The consultant and staff were really kind and the
doctor seemed down to earth during the consultation. That is why I chose to get
surgery from my first consultation at EU.
1
Day Post OP
Due to the anesthesia, I was very
sleepy. I wasn’t able to drink water until 4 hours after the surgery and I wasn’t
allowed to sleep as well so it was really difficult. My nose was blocked so I
couldn’t breathe properly and I kept throwing up so I was having a hard time. I
kept bleeding from my nose and mouth which made me concerned but the nurse took
good care of me and kept checking up on me. She even changed my ice pack for me
regularly so I was grateful to her and felt more at ease. I think I’m more
swollen compared to other people which upsets me so I hope time goes quickly.
2
Days Post OP
I was given a drink called “New Care” as a
meal. Opening my mouth was difficult and drinking liquids cause my throat to
hurt so I couldn’t consume most of it. There was almost no difference with the
previous day and my back started to hurt since I had to sit up throughout the
day. My swelling became worse compared to yesterday.
3
Days Post OP
I received de-swelling laser treatment in
the morning and the doctor disinfected my mouth and then I came home. I was
trying to sleep on the coach but it was really uncomfortable and I kept
thinking about the bed at the clinic.
4
Days Post OP
Since I wasn’t consuming anything properly,
I felt like I would faint so I drank a little bit of New Care and Pocari Sweat
and then took my medication. The pills were too big for me to swallow and it kept
getting stuck in my throat. I’m able to breathe a little bit more comfortably now
and the tape that was on my face got removed.
5
Days Post OP
I received de-swelling laser treatment in
the morning.
Breathing is a lot more better now but the
swelling on my face seems more severe today. I couldn’t wash my hair so it was
itchy. I went to the hair salon to get it washed which felt refreshing. I also
bought iced tea at the convenience store and a chocolate drink.
6
Days Post OP
I wasn’t able to talk before but now I can
talk a little. However, I still cannot talk normally… While I was going up the
stairs, my legs were shaking. It seems my stamina got weaker since I haven’t
been eating properly. I will go on a walk tomorrow.
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7
Days Post OP
The pressure band makes it hard for me to
breath and I get dizzy if I put it on. Other people seem to use the band
without any problem so I wonder why I’m having trouble…
I wish the swelling can decrease faster so
I made sure to receive de-swelling laser treatment during the first 5 days,
even though the clinic is an hour away from my house. Maybe that’s why my
swelling seems to have decreased.
8
Days Post OP
I met with the doctor today and got my
mouth disinfected, along with getting my de-swelling laser treatment and my
rubber bands removed. It’s easier for me to open my mouth now without the
rubber bands and drinking water through the tube is much easier. The doctor
told me that my recovery seems to be going well and that I will get prettier
after my swelling is gone so I felt really happy. I bought cheesecake bread and
milk on my way home. I dipped the bread into the milk and was able to eat it
little by little.
9
Days Post OP
For breakfast, I drank pumpkin extract and
for lunch, I blended banana with milk. I also walked in my house.
10
Days Post OP
I had to go outside today so I wore my
lenses and did my makeup for the first time after surgery. Since I have to wear
a mask, no one can tell that I had surgery. I hope my swelling decreases
faster!!
11
Days Post OP
My swelling seems to decrease slowly
compared to other people. There’s still some bruising on my neck and jaw. I
will drink pumpkin extract more frequently and start doing light exercises.
12
Days Post OP
I was able to lie down completely for the
first time after surgery while I was sleeping. I was able to sleep for 9 hours
straight. I consumed pumpkin extract and blended milk with a banana, and then I
went to the clinic for my de-swelling treatment. I also went to the café and
drank and iced sweet potato latte which was tasty.
13
Days Post OP
My mouth and teeth have been tingling
lately. Maybe it’s a sign that means I’m recovering? I took a walk around my
house for 30 minutes. While I was on my walk, I could smell something delicious
which made me hungry and crave a lot of foods.
15
Days Post OP
I’m finally getting my stitches removed
today. I read through some reviews that said getting the stitches removed is
painful so I was very nervous. However, it wasn’t really painful for me until
the stitches near my lips got removed, which was a bit painful. It wasn’t too
bad though. My mouth feels much more comfortable now that I have no stitches. I
stopped by a nearby café and bought a drink and ate a castella bread with soup
at home.
16
Days Post OP
What I ate: Banana + Strawberry blended
with honey. Half a sweet potato, castella bread, ramyeon noodles cut into small
pieces, soup, plain yogurt.
17
Days Post OP
I ate bone broth stew with noodles and cup
noodles by cutting everything into small pieces. It’s been so long since I had these
foods so it tasted even more delicious. I also went on a walk for 2- minutes.
20
Days Post OP
I’m worried since my swelling looks the
same during the past week. Especially the area around my nose. I look like I
have a pig nose.
23
Days Post OP
My jaw
hurts less when I sleep and I’m able to fit open my mouth a little more.
24 Days Post OP
I’ve always consumed porridge my blending
it but I didn’t do that today and tried to eat it by crushing it on the roof of
my mouth. I was able to consume it pretty easily. I’m getting tired of
consuming porridge everyday so I had a bit of pickled radish stew and put a bit
of fire noodle sauce in my porridge.
28
Days Post OP
I came to the clinic for my one-month
progress checkup. All 8 screws that were inside of my mouth got removed and I
was told that I had no problems recovering. I’m able to consume foods that can
be broken down with my hands. I ate spam and seaweed stew at home.
30 Days Post OP
I’m able to fit two fingers in my mouth and
I’m not as swollen as I used to be. My jaw used to hurt when I lied down but I
don’t feel any pain anymore.
33 Days Post OP
I went to
the dentist today and started braces again. I also removed the wafers that were
inside of my mouth. I thought not using my wafers would be more comfortable but
it felt awkward since I wore it for a month.
42 Days Post OP
Little pieces of food keep getting stuck in
my teeth but other than that, I am not experiencing any discomfort.
53 Days Post OP
The sensation in my jaw has almost completely
returned back to normal. The left side of my jaw still has less sensation and
my teeth tingle. Also, the swelling in my nose is still there so I’m worried.
57 Days Post OP
I had
rubber bands inserted at the dentist today. I was also told that I only needed
braces for 6 months so I’m happy.
68 Days Post OP
I can
consume food by cutting it into little pieces with scissors. I’m also able to
proceed with my daily activities.
120 Days Post OP
131 Days Post OP
I ate meat by cutting it into small pieces
^_^ I’m still cautious so I ate it little by little. I’m able to eat most foods
now (except for seafood).
150 Days Post OP
My jaw feels a bit stiff after I wake up.
174 Days Post OP
I ate
meat with bean sprouts but maybe I put too much strain on my jaw because the
left side is hurting. I will start to be more cautious again.
179 Days Post OP
I went to
the dentist and I got retainers for my lower teeth.
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