Understanding Cheekbone Pain: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
The cheekbone feels unusual? Pain in the zygomatic area, discomfort in the masticatory muscles, and sharp pain upon palpation of the zygomatic bone, without any fractures or trauma, can indicate a condition such as temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), myofascial pain syndrome,...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Arrange for a detailed examination at the orthopedic outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Cheekbone Pain: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Understanding Cheekbone Pain: Symptoms, Treatment, and Specialist Guidance
The zygomatic bone seems unusual? Bilateral cheek pain, pain in the zygomatic bones, pain in the mandible, and a prickling sensation in the zygomatic area, along with pain when speaking, without any fractures, suggests a possible case of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ diso...
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Please visit the orthopedic outpatient clinic for evaluation. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Cheekbone Pain: Symptoms, Treatment, and Specialist Guidance
Post-Surgery Pain and Nerve Recovery After Zygomatic Fracture
Six months after surgery for a zygomatic bone fracture, there is pain at the site of the bone screws? Hello Doctor, last September I accidentally missed a step while helping my family move, and I fell face-first while carrying a heavy object, resulting in a zygomatic bone fractur...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
It is possible that the nerves are being compressed by scar tissue. Please follow up with your attending physician in the outpatient clinic.[Read More] Post-Surgery Pain and Nerve Recovery After Zygomatic Fracture
Understanding Symptoms and Complications of Zygomatic Bone Fractures
What are the symptoms of a zygomatic bone fracture? Hello Dr. Chen, due to the increase in COVID-19 cases, I haven't gone for an X-ray. A few days ago, while at home with my child, I was accidentally hit on the right zygomatic bone. Currently, there are no symptoms of numbne...
Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Symptoms of a zygomatic bone fracture include swelling and pain. If a child hits their head, generally, applying ice for three days is sufficient, and even if there is a hairline fracture, it will typically heal on its own. However, if there are symptoms of drowsiness, weakness, ...[Read More] Understanding Symptoms and Complications of Zygomatic Bone Fractures
Facial Injury from Car Accident: Healing Time and Treatment Options
Car accident injuries? Hello Doctor: 1. Due to a car accident, I have a bruise near my right cheekbone (it looks like a bruise on the surface), but it has been over a month, and the area around the right cheekbone still has a sharp pain when lightly touched. I feel like the che...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, if the zygomatic bone is fractured, it can lead to occlusal issues. For safety reasons, it is advisable to have an X-ray examination. You can consult either an orthopedic or a plastic surgeon. If the zygomatic bone is intact, a subperiosteal hematoma can still be very pain...[Read More] Facial Injury from Car Accident: Healing Time and Treatment Options
Nursing Care and Considerations for Zygomatic Bone Fracture Management
Nursing Care for Zygomatic Bone Fractures After an open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) for a zygomatic bone fracture, the following nursing care and precautions should be taken: 1. **Pain Management**: Administer prescribed analgesics to manage pain effectively. Monitor ...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Zygomatic bone fractures are classified as facial fractures and fall under the specialty of plastic surgery, not orthopedics. Please consult a plastic surgeon.[Read More] Nursing Care and Considerations for Zygomatic Bone Fracture Management
Understanding Cheekbone Pain and Jaw Tightness: Causes and Treatments
Pain in the zygomatic bone leads to tightness in the jaw, making it difficult to open the mouth? Over the past year, I have occasionally experienced pain in my zygomatic bone upon waking up (about once every 2 to 3 months), which leads to tightness in my jaw and difficulty openin...
Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you visit an oral and maxillofacial surgery (dentistry) department. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Cheekbone Pain and Jaw Tightness: Causes and Treatments
Understanding Facial Asymmetry: Non-Surgical Solutions for Cheekbone Issues
Regarding bone observation? The sides of the cheeks should be the zygomatic bones, right? When I pay attention to my cheeks, they appear asymmetrical. It wasn't so noticeable when I was younger, but now it's quite obvious... The left side seems to protrude more. Is ther...
Dr. Yang Nanping Reply:
Hello: The zygomatic bone is one of the facial bones. If there is no traumatic damage, its congenital shape varies from person to person. If one is truly dissatisfied with their appearance, they may seek assistance from a plastic surgeon for cosmetic procedures. Sincerely, Dr. Ya...[Read More] Understanding Facial Asymmetry: Non-Surgical Solutions for Cheekbone Issues