How do you know if your cheekbone is broken?
Symptoms of Cheekbone Fractures
- Pain, tenderness, and swelling.
- A flat appearance to the face.
- Vision problems.
- Blood in the side of the eye (on the affected side)
- Jaw pain, specifically when jaw is moved.
- Numbness under the eye of the injured side.
Can you have a broken bone that doesn’t hurt?
If the break is small or it’s just a crack, you may not feel much pain or even realise that you’ve broken a bone. Get medical help as soon as possible if you think you’ve broken a bone.
Does a cheekbone fracture hurt?
The discomfort is usually worse for the first few days although it may take a couple of weeks to completely disappear. Cheekbone fractures usually heal without infection but it may be necessary to give you antibiotics, particularly if a “graft” has been used.
What to do if you have a fractured cheekbone?
How can I care for myself at home?
- Apply ice as directed. Ice helps decrease swelling and pain.
- Keep your head elevated. Keep your head above the level of your heart as often as you can.
- Do not put pressure on your face: Do not sleep on the injured side of your face.
- Clean your mouth carefully.
What happens if you break your cheekbone?
If you break a bone in your face, you may have minor problems or major problems. The bones affect breathing, eating and speaking. You may need surgery to get back to normal. It’s important to contact your doctor immediately if you think you have facial fractures.
Can a fractured cheekbone heal itself?
Often a facial fracture may be left to heal on its own. No treatment may be necessary if the broken bone stays in normal position, but injuries causing severe fractures may need to be surgically repaired.
What happens if a hairline fracture is untreated?
Ignoring a hairline fracture can lead to a more serious fracture or break occurring, which is more difficult to treat. If not treated or ignored, the hairline may not heal, resulting in a non-union fracture.
What happens if you have a fractured cheekbone?
Is it easy to fracture your cheekbone?
Facial fractures are broken bones anywhere on the face. This includes the nose, cheekbones, the area around the eyes, and the upper and lower jaw. Most of the time, they’re due to some kind of trauma to the face, like motor vehicle crashes, sporting injuries, falls, or fights.
Can I fly with a fractured cheekbone?
There are no clear, evidence-based guidelines that dictate when it is safe for a patient to fly after sustaining a midface fracture.
Is it easy to break your cheekbone?
