Swelling and a sense of congestion are two of the primary side effects to contend with during the first week or two of your recovery. To mitigate them, it’s wise to sleep on your back with your head elevated. You may feel most comfortable sleeping in a recliner for the first few days. If this is not an option, stack a few pillows behind your head and also around you. Sleeping like this can keep you more comfortable, prevent unnecessary congestion, and also prevent accidental disruption of the healing process.