Head and face reconstruction

Alternative names:

craniofacial reconstruction; orbital-craniofacial surgery

Expectations after surgery:

Although not without risk, these surgeries usually result in a much more normal appearance.

Convalescence:

Depending on the extent of surgery and need for close monitoring of the airway, the first 2 days after surgery may be spent in the intensive care unit. Without complications, most patients are able to leave the hospital within 1 week. Complete healing may take up to 6 weeks.