Swollen cheek a month after upper and lower blepharoplasty? Steroids help, but what do I do when I finish them?

Thank you for your question. This is a question best answered by your board certified facial plastic surgeon and the surgical team. Typically, the patient is reevaluated towards the end of their steroid treatment to learn where the patient is experiencing discomfort, and how the patient can best heal. 
Best wishes,

Thank you for sharing your case.  It is normal to experience swelling for several weeks after a four lid blepharoplasty.  Steroids, sleeping with the head of the bed elevated, avoiding salty foods, using warm compresses, and applying arnica are the best ways to help the edema to resolve.  Unless there is an infection, drainage is not going to be helpful.  Everybody heals differently.  Be patient and make sure that your surgeon is aware of your condition.  Good luck!

Swelling after a blepharoplasty can last various amount of time with different patients. It can last up to 3-4 months . Usually it is worse in the morning. Sleeping with your head slightly elevated can help minimize this . I also recommend intermittent cold compresses when you have swelling . The shouldnreolve with time .