What kind of anesthesia will be used during the surgery?
Usually sedation and a local anesthetic are administered in the operating room during a malarplasty. When malarplasty is performed in conjunction with other procedures, it might be necessary to use general anesthesia. How long will I stay in the operating room? It usually takes from 1-1 ½ hours. When malarplasty is performed in conjunction with other procedures, it may take a little longer. What should I expect after surgery? Most cheek augmentation procedures are done on an out-patient basis. After surgery, you will be taken to a recovery room to be closely watched for 1-2 hours or until your physician considers you ready to go home. You will wake up quickly and comfortably, feeling no pain and experiencing no anxiousness. As hours pass by, it is possible you will feel some temporary discomfort that can be controlled with pain medication. As with all surgeries, swelling will be an issue. As time goes by, the swelling and bruises will dissipate. Remember that it is completely normal fo
