Is cosmetic surgery painful?
Jan 13, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Chen Lu
Introduction
In general, whether cosmetic surgery is painful mainly depends on individual pain tolerance and the extent of the procedure. If the cosmetic surgery is localized and minor, or if the patient has a high pain tolerance, the level of pain is usually mild. However, if the procedure is extensive, or if the patient has heightened nerve sensitivity and low pain tolerance, the degree of pain may be more severe.
Generally, whether cosmetic surgery is painful mainly depends on individual pain tolerance and the extent of the procedure. For minor localized cosmetic surgeries, or for patients with high pain tolerance, there is typically no significant pain felt. However, for extensive cosmetic procedures, or for patients with heightened nerve sensitivity and lower pain tolerance, the experience may be more painful. The usual reference price for cosmetic surgery ranges from 5,000 to 20,000 yuan per session, with noticeable improvements generally seen within 1 to 3 months. A detailed explanation is as follows:
Minor localized cosmetic procedures, such as eyelid surgery (double eyelid creation) and眼袋 removal (under-eye bag removal), although they cause some trauma at the surgical site, usually result in only mild pulling sensations or discomfort due to their limited scope. The level of pain is relatively mild. Especially for patients with high pain tolerance, there may be almost no noticeable pain.
For extensive cosmetic surgeries, such as facial rejuvenation (facelift) or full-body liposuction, the trauma involved in the procedure is greater, involving deeper tissue layers and requiring a longer recovery period. As the anesthetic effect gradually wears off after surgery, patients may experience more significant pain and discomfort. Particularly for those who are more nerve-sensitive and have lower pain tolerance, the sensation of pain may be even stronger.
Prior to undergoing cosmetic surgery, it is important to communicate thoroughly with the doctor to understand the surgical risks, post-operative recovery process, and to follow the doctor's recommendations for post-operative care.
