You will be asked to keep your head slightly elevated for a few days. If a drain has been inserted, it will be removed in a day or two following the operation. Dressing commonly is removed in a few days. Moderate swelling is common and usually will subside within a week or two. Cold compression can alleviate swelling during first 24 hours then warm compression is applied.
After surgery there isn't usually significant discomfort; if there is, it can be lessened with the prescribed pain medication. |