The buccal fat pad on my left cheek was a little stubborn to find at first but besides that the procedure went well. The Dr stated that my left cheek would swell up more than the right because of that. After the fifth day I started to notice a tight pressure like feeling on my left cheek. Dr said it was normal for the lump to occur and that I may have Hematoma but that I didnt need to get it drained. Its been 9 days now and the lump is still the same size but now instead of sticking out of my cheek, it is poking in words into my teeth and gums. Its still tender and now Im starting to feel a slight pain on my jaw line close to my tonsils. Im a little worried. Should I let it heal on its own or should I go to the E.R?
I got buccal fat removal done. Today marks day 9. I've been very cautious with the procedure but I noticed that the inside on my right cheek where the incision was turned into a hole.. the other side is closing up fine.. is this normal or does it look like an infection ...
I had buccal fat surgery 11 days ago. It seemed my swelling was going down but now I've noticed the right side seems more swollen than it did a day ago and there is a lump which can be felt when touched.there is no redness or bruising so I'm not sure what to do. When I look in my mouth it does not seem infected.