How long anterior cervical spine surgery will take without a neck brace needs to be determined based on the patient’s recovery, etc. It usually takes about 3 months. Anterior cervical spine surgery is a fixation procedure that removes the disc tissue and fuses the vertebrae. Since it usually takes about 3 months for the bones to heal, it is recommended to wear a neck brace for about 3 months after anterior cervical spine surgery, and after the bones are fused, it is possible to go without a neck brace. Wearing a neck brace can protect the cervical spine well, support the jaw while standing, relax the neck muscles, and facilitate localized pain relief. When you are resting, you may not need to wear a neck brace, while you need to wear a neck brace when you are active. After anterior cervical spine surgery, patients should avoid physical labor, pay more attention to rest, keep a happy mood, and pay attention to nutritional supplementation, you can eat more protein, vitamin-rich food, eat more vegetables and fruits. After anterior cervical spine surgery, you should go to the hospital regularly for follow-up to check the recovery of your condition.