Cheek Slimming

POSSIBLE RISKS AND COMPLICATIONS OF CHEEK SLIMMING SURGERY

• There is usually some swelling and 'puffiness', which normally begins to subside within two to four days.


• Unforeseen complications may lead to hospitalization and time off work, surgical revision and additional unexpected cost to the patient.


• Haematoma: this is a collection of blood from a bruise, which may occur following the surgery. If the bruise can be felt as a lump, it may need to be drained. In rare cases, further surgery may be required to 'close' the bleeding blood vessels.


• Facial nerve injury: Very rarely a branch of the facial nerve is injured. This usually heals within a few months. Very rarely there is permanent damage to this branch of the facial nerve.


• Asymmetry: one side slightly fuller than the other.


• Paroid gland Sialocele: this is caused by injury to the salivary gland or it's duct which empties into the mouth to help lubricate your food whilst you chew. Trapping of the saliva in the cheek occurs and may require further treatment or even surgery. This complication rarely occurs but lengthens the course of recovery and may cause discomfort during the healing phase.

GENERAL RISKS OF SURGERY

Because surgery is such a vital part of modern medicine, there is a tendency to forget that there are risks associated with every type of surgery. While these risks are small, every person undergoing surgery should be aware of the risks.

Wounds

All internal and external wounds need time to heal after surgery. Sutures and other material are used to hold wounds closed while they heal. For specific discussion possible complications with regard to Buccal Fat Pad Extraction surgery.

Infections

Despite taking precautions, infections can occur during and just after surgery. Because of their generally good health, Buccal Fat Pad Extraction patients usually have a lower risk of developing infections.

Risks of Anesthesia

Cheek Slimming Surgery Surgery is performed under sedation and local anæsthetic, which carries a very low level of risk.

Mental Health disorders and Elective Surgery

• It is important that all patients seeking to undergo elective surgery have realistic expectations that focus on improvement rather than perfection.


• Complications or less than satisfactory results are sometimes unavoidable, may require additional surgery and can be stressful.


• Please discuss openly with Dr Konrat in your consultation prior to surgery, any history of emotional depression or mental health disorders. If you are unsure whether a matter is relevant, please mention it anyway. Although many individuals may benefit psychologically from the results of elective cosmetic surgery, the effects on mental health can never be predicted and could possibly have a negative influence on emotional stability.