Running up to the operation I
made sure I had a few supplies in. But to be honest, nothing could have
prepared me for what was coming. I had purchased a blender, liquidiser, straws,
soups, nesquik, complan, some ice-cream and sorbet. I had googled this
operation but did not find any real information about what I would need after
orthognathic surgery. That is why I have created a list detailing exactly what
I needed after surgery. Check it out and I hope you find this useful…..
List of Essentials after Surgery
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Things you may need at home after having
orthognathic/ double jaw surgery
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A
blender, liquidiser and/or a juicer
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Small
baby spoons
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Plastic
cups or a baby beaker…. whichever you prefer
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Syringes
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Straws
(may be difficult in the first few weeks and may cause too much pressure on
your top palette but some people prefer to use a straw)
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A
sieve to remove lumps from your food
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A
small mirror to guide your spoon into your mouth when eating
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A
large plastic bowl. Used for spitting into or for catching drips from your
mouth whilst using a syringe
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A
bib or towel to wrap around you when you are trying to eat or take your
liquid medication
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Around
4 to 5 pillows to make sure your head is elevated to reduce pressure and
swelling on your face whilst sleeping and resting
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V-Shaped
pillow to support your back whilst sitting and sleeping sitting up
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Heat
pack or hot water bottle (can be used with your surgeon’s permission a few
weeks after surgery)
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Ice
pack or packs of peas wrapped in pillow cases for either side of your face.
This will help soothe the pain and reduces the swelling dramatically
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Loose
clothing that is easy to get over your head or clothes that can be buttoned
up such as shirts
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Hat
and scarf when you go outside as the wind and cold will feel odd on your face
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Hair
ties and hair bands to keep your hair out of your face... it can feel quite
strange after surgery
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Bath
pillow to support your neck when bathing
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Cotton
pads and/or facial wipes to clean your face
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E45
moisturiser as your face may be very dry after surgery
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Vaseline
for your lips
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Cotton
buds to clean your ears and nose from dried blood and/or iodine left from the
surgery
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Tissue
box for times when you have nasal deposits, bleeding or dribbling
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Baby
soft tooth brush. You will find your average tooth brush to be too big to get
into your mouth
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Sensodyne
toothpaste for sensitive teeth
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Corsodyl
mouth wash to rinse and gargle (can be used in your syringe and is really
refreshing if you get the minty version). This product is also good for
keeping your mouth and wounds clean.
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Salt
for salt water rinses to promote healing and cleaning
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Bonjela
for sores or ulcers inside your mouth (check with your surgeon first)
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Surgical
scissors or band remover to help remove and replace your elastics. Ask your
surgeon or orthodontist
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Liquid
medication such as pain relief
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Liquid
or effervescent vitamins
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Califig
or lactose to help you stay regulated after this dramatic diet change
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Entertainment:
books, magazines, games, DVD’s, hand held games, your mobile, crosswords and
puzzles
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Pen
and paper in case you are unable to speak or you are having a bad pain day
and need to rest your jaw
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A
diary for daily progress, thoughts and feelings. This is helpful for when
your surgeon asks specific questions about your progress
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Lots of love always,
Steffie
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