Is the cheek implant surgery painful?
Most patients who have cheek augmentation say how surprised they are at how mild the postoperative discomfort is. Patients more typically complain of tightness or fullness from swelling. Understandably, after any plastic surgery procedure, some discomfort can be expected. All patients are provided with prescriptions for pain medication. Patients sometimes use the prescription medication two to three days after surgery and then switch to Extra Strength Tylenol. It is uncommon for patients to report unmanageable pain after their cheek implant surgery.
