Is it normal to have cheekbone pain after double eyelid surgery? 2 weeks post op.

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I had a non-incision double eyelid surgery 2 weeks ago and the area below my eyes (closer to the nose) will hurt whenever i apply a bit of pressure when cleaning my face. Is this normal? How long will it take for the pain to disappear?

Terence Goh, MBBS, MRCS(Ed), FAMS (Plast Surg) · Answer

Dear xalicex(Singapore, SG),Thank you for your question. It is not common to have pain over the cheekbone below the eyes after suture blepharoplasty unless there was some treatment done to your lower eyelid area e.g. filler or fat grafts to this area. And even if that was so, it would not be painful after 2 weeks. If the pain persists, do check in with your doctor.
I hope this answers your question. Have a great week ahead and all the speedy recovery!Dr. Terence Goh
Plastic Surgeon, SingaporeMBBS (S'pore), MRCS (Edinburgh), MMed (S’pore)Fellow, Academy of Medicine, Singapore (Plastic Surgery)President, Singapore Association of Plastic Surgeons (SAPS)International Member, American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
*The information provided is purely for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice or create any physician/patient relationship. Results may vary between individuals.

James R. Gordon, MD, FACS, FAAO · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question. After 2 weeks, there should not be much discomfort (especially in the lower eyelids). See your surgeon for evaluation.Good luck,

Andrew Choi, MD · Answer

It is not common to have pain after non incision upper eyelid surgery but I have seen a couple of patients during my practice years. It usually subsides within 4 weeks and I believe it is due to non visible bruise. I believe you can have this problem resolved quicker by warm compress.

Thanks,

Dr.Andrew Choi

Raja Mohan, MD · Answer

In my opinion, this is an unlikely area to have pain after non-incision double eyelid surgery. I recommend you see the surgeon who performed the procedure and have him evaluate you.
Hope this helps.

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