: Is surgery recommended for a first time dislocated shoulder? Is surgery recommended for a first time dislocated shoulder after the shoulder has been put back in place? How is it best to heal this?

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Surgery is not the first choise medical Interference in case of dislocated shoulder unless there is a significant damage to the joint and expectation to redislocation.

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Surgery is not always neccesary for the first time, depending on level of damage.

NIH

If this is the first time you dislocated your shoulder, you will
probably not need surgery.

surgery

If your shoulder continues to partly or fully dislocate in the future,
you may need surgery to repair or tighten the ligaments that hold the
bones in your shoulder joint together.

WebMD: Healing

Ice your shoulder to reduce pain and swelling. Do it for 20-30 minutes
every three to four hours, for 2 to 3 days or longer. Use a sling or
shoulder immobilizer to prevent further injury until you get medical
treatment. Then follow the doctor's advice about whether or not to use
a sling. Take anti-inflammatory painkillers. Non-steroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)
or naproxen (Aleve), will help with pain and swelling. However, these
drugs may have side effects, like an increased risk of bleeding and
ulcers or heart attacks and strokes. They should not be used for
extended periods of time, unless your doctor specifically says
otherwise. Practice stretching and strengthening exercises if your
doctor recommends them.

Surgery is a treatment for shoulders that are badly damaged. It is unlikely that this level will come after the first dislocation.