{"id":9384,"date":"2019-04-23T15:42:46","date_gmt":"2019-04-23T15:42:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/es\/?p=9384"},"modified":"2026-03-05T13:27:08","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T11:27:08","slug":"es-dolorosa-la-cirugia-ortognatica","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/en\/2019\/04\/23\/is-jaw-surgery-painful\/","title":{"rendered":"Is jaw surgery painful? 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This misconception makes the whole procedure seem utterly invasive and is supported by thousands of photos of bruised and swollen people after undergoing <a href=\"https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/en\/orthognathic-surgery\/clinical-cases-orthognatic-surgery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>orthognathic surgery<\/strong><\/a>, so it may be difficult to believe that <strong>very few patients report actual pain.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>In reality, most patients describe mild to moderate discomfort, more related to swelling than to intense pain. Thanks to general anesthesia, advanced surgical techniques, and postoperative medication, pain is usually well controlled throughout the entire process.<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h1 data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1075\"><strong data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1075\">What is orthognathic surgery?<\/strong><\/h1>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1482\">In orthognathic surgery, the maxillofacial surgeon uses small incisions, or <strong>osteotomies<\/strong> in the bone to reposition the upper jaw (maxilla) or the lower jaw (mandible).\u00a0\u00a0Your nerves and<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-9389 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/iStock-979451982-530x354.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"328\" height=\"219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/iStock-979451982-530x354.jpg 530w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/iStock-979451982-1125x751.jpg 1125w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/iStock-979451982-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/iStock-979451982-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/iStock-979451982-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/iStock-979451982-125x83.jpg 125w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/iStock-979451982.jpg 1254w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 328px) 100vw, 328px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>muscles <em>will<\/em> resent the changes made during surgery, but you won\u2019t actually experience any pain because you will be under anaesthetics, and by the time feeling returns to your face, most of the pain will be already gone.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h1 data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1540\"><strong data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1540\">Does orthognathic surgery hurt during the operation?<\/strong><\/h1>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1664\"><strong>During the operation the patient does not feel any pain, since orthognathic surgery is performed under general anesthesia.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1903\">This means the patient remains completely asleep throughout the procedure. The anesthesia team continuously monitors parameters such as breathing, blood pressure, and anesthetic depth, ensuring both safety and comfort during the surgery.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"2093\">The duration of the procedure depends on the type of correction performed \u2014 maxillary, mandibular, or bimaxillary surgery \u2014 but at no point does the patient feel pain during the operation.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h1 data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2134\"><strong data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2134\">What do patients feel after surgery<\/strong><\/h1>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2308\">After the procedure it is normal to experience some temporary discomfort. However, the postoperative experience is usually easier than many patients imagine before surgery.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2329\"><strong data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2329\">Facial swelling<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2495\">Swelling is the most common symptom after orthognathic surgery. It typically increases during the first two or three days and then begins to decrease progressively.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2615\">Although the face may appear swollen for the first few weeks, this swelling is usually not accompanied by severe pain.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2653\"><strong data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2653\">A feeling of pressure or tension<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2835\">Some patients describe a sensation of pressure in the facial or jaw area, especially during the first few days. This sensation is part of the normal healing process of the tissues.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2837\" data-end=\"2883\"><strong data-start=\"2837\" data-end=\"2883\">Mild discomfort controlled with medication<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2885\" data-end=\"3048\">Postoperative pain is usually mild to moderate and can be effectively controlled with painkillers and anti-inflammatory medications prescribed by the medical team.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3050\" data-end=\"3159\">Many patients are surprised to discover that the postoperative period is less painful than they had imagined.<\/p>\n<p>Regardless of this, we should keep in mind that pain is not just a physical sensation but an emotional one as well. <strong>Different patients have different pain threshold<\/strong> and there is no way of determining who has a high threshold and who has a low threshold. Also, it depends on the type of surgery you have (monomaxillary, bimaxillary, with or without complementary procedures, etc.)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-9386 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Optimized-Captura-530x403.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"404\" height=\"307\" srcset=\"https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Optimized-Captura-530x403.jpg 530w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Optimized-Captura-1125x854.jpg 1125w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Optimized-Captura-200x152.jpg 200w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Optimized-Captura-125x95.jpg 125w, https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Optimized-Captura.jpg 1185w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 404px) 100vw, 404px\" \/>After many years of experience and <strong>feedback from our patients<\/strong>, we have noticed that the majority of them <strong>report\u00a0pain to be less than expected<\/strong>,\u00a0 they rather express experiencing <strong>different levels of discomfort, <\/strong>with some people getting anxious because in the hours and days after the procedure, their nasal and sinus passages swell, hindering the air entrance. Also, there is a bit of pain when they yawn, sneeze and cough, or if they get jaw spasms; but surprisingly, most people report an enormous craving for solid food as their main discomfort!\u00a0 So for the most part, you shouldn\u2019t experience much pain at all.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h1 data-start=\"4160\" data-end=\"4230\"><strong data-start=\"4160\" data-end=\"4230\">Why does orthognathic surgery usually hurt less than people think?<\/strong><\/h1>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p data-start=\"4232\" data-end=\"4318\">There are several factors that explain why pain after this surgery is usually limited.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4320\" data-end=\"4563\">First, the procedure is performed under general anesthesia with very precise anesthetic control. In addition, <strong>modern surgical techniques allow surgeons to work with great precision on the facial bones, minimizing trauma to surrounding tissues.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4565\" data-end=\"4771\">Three-dimensional digital planning has also significantly improved surgical precision. Thanks to this type of planning, the surgeon can study each case in advance and perform more controlled bone movements.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4773\" data-end=\"4878\">All of this helps reduce postoperative impact and allows for a more comfortable recovery for the patient.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h1 data-start=\"4880\" data-end=\"4941\"><strong data-start=\"4880\" data-end=\"4941\">How long does discomfort last after orthognathic surgery?<\/strong><\/h1>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p data-start=\"4943\" data-end=\"5009\">The recovery process usually follows a fairly predictable pattern.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5011\" data-end=\"5160\"><strong data-start=\"5011\" data-end=\"5029\">First 2\u20133 days<\/strong><br data-start=\"5029\" data-end=\"5032\" \/>This is the period when swelling reaches its peak. Discomfort may be slightly more noticeable but is controlled with medication.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5162\" data-end=\"5265\"><strong data-start=\"5162\" data-end=\"5176\">First week<\/strong><br data-start=\"5176\" data-end=\"5179\" \/>Swelling gradually begins to decrease and the patient starts to feel more comfortable.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5267\" data-end=\"5423\"><strong data-start=\"5267\" data-end=\"5280\">2\u20133 weeks<\/strong><br data-start=\"5280\" data-end=\"5283\" \/>Most patients can resume many of their normal daily activities, although residual swelling may take a little longer to disappear completely.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5425\" data-end=\"5511\">Every patient is different, but in general recovery is progressive and well tolerated.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h1 data-start=\"5513\" data-end=\"5564\"><strong data-start=\"5513\" data-end=\"5564\">Pain vs swelling: what really concerns patients<\/strong><\/h1>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p data-start=\"5566\" data-end=\"5789\">When people think about orthognathic surgery, many imagine that pain will be the main issue after the operation. However, clinical experience shows that facial swelling is usually the main concern during the first few days.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5791\" data-end=\"6007\">The feeling of a swollen face or tension in the tissues is completely normal and part of the natural healing process. As the weeks pass, the swelling decreases and the face gradually returns to its normal appearance.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h1 data-start=\"6009\" data-end=\"6039\"><strong data-start=\"6009\" data-end=\"6039\">Choosing the right surgeon<\/strong><\/h1>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p data-start=\"6041\" data-end=\"6458\">When choosing a surgeon,it is important\u00a0to look for specialists who perform minimally invasive procedures. At the <strong>Maxillofacial Institute<\/strong> we are pioneers in <a href=\"https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/en\/orthognathic-surgery\/minimally-invasive-surgery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>minimally invasive orthognathic surgery techniques<\/strong><\/a>, specially developed with the aim of shortening surgery times, gain greater precision and reduce postoperative trauma, in addition to applying specific postoperative care, such as a cold mask, and lymphatic massages.<\/p>\n<p>Bear in mind that <strong>all patients receive medication to reduce swelling and relieve pain<\/strong>, which in most cases is easily controlled with medication and rest. In general, <strong>patients can return to normal life within two to three weeks after their orthognathic surgery<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h1 data-start=\"6756\" data-end=\"6821\"><strong data-start=\"6756\" data-end=\"6821\">Frequently asked questions about pain in orthognathic surgery<\/strong><\/h1>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 data-start=\"6823\" data-end=\"6894\"><strong data-start=\"6823\" data-end=\"6894\">Does orthognathic surgery hurt more than a wisdom tooth extraction?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6896\" data-end=\"7199\">In many cases, patients report that the postoperative period after orthognathic surgery is less painful than they expected, and sometimes comparable to that of a complex wisdom tooth extraction. The main difference is usually the facial swelling, which may be more noticeable after orthognathic surgery.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"7201\" data-end=\"7245\"><strong data-start=\"7201\" data-end=\"7245\">What medication is used to control pain?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"7247\" data-end=\"7470\">After surgery, analgesics and anti-inflammatory medications are prescribed to effectively control discomfort. The medical team adapts the medication to each patient in order to ensure the most comfortable recovery possible.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"7472\" data-end=\"7533\"><strong data-start=\"7472\" data-end=\"7533\">When do the discomfort and symptoms completely disappear?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"7535\" data-end=\"7727\">Discomfort usually decreases significantly during the first few weeks. However, the complete healing process of the tissues may take several months, particularly in terms of residual swelling.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7535\" data-end=\"7727\"><em><strong>Related content:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Video:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/en\/orthognathic-surgery\/clinical-cases-orthognatic-surgery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Real Cases of Orthognathic Surgery<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/content.www.institutomaxilofacial.com\/en\/2017\/04\/20\/que-cuidados-realizamos-en-el-instituto-maxilofacial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Postoperative care after orthognathic surgery<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is jaw surgery painful?<br \/>\nDuring the surgery: no pain (general anesthesia)<br \/>\nFirst days: mild to moderate discomfort<br \/>\nMain symptom: facial swelling<br \/>\nPain control: medication and postoperative care<br \/>\nInitial recovery: 2\u20133 weeks<br \/>\nJaw surgery is usually not painful.\u00a0 There&#8217;s a widespread misconception that, during jaw surgery, the maxillofacial surgeon will \u201cbreak your &#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":9385,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[53,687],"tags":[49,716,176,688],"class_list":["post-9384","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cirugia-ortognatica-estetica-facial","category-postoperatorio","tag-cirugia-ortognatica","tag-dolor","tag-instituto-maxilofacial","tag-postoperatorio"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Is jaw surgery painful? 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