What should I do if I cannot open my mouth after jaw angle surgery?
Disease description:
My best friend had mandibular angle reduction surgery due to an enlarged jawbone. Today, she can't open her mouth while eating. What should she do if she can't open her mouth after mandibular angle surgery?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Qiang
The inability to open the mouth after mandibular angle surgery is caused by swelling of the masseter muscle. Generally, no treatment is required and it gradually resolves over time. However, if difficulty in opening the mouth results from surgical factors, prompt medical attention at a hospital is necessary. Revision surgery can be performed to correct the original issue and improve the condition.
