Which department should I visit for cheekbone issues?
Disease description:
During this period, after I fell, the area of my zygomatic bone has been painful, especially when pressed. I'm worried that there might be a fracture. Could you please tell me which department I should visit at the hospital for a zygomatic bone examination?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
When it comes to zygomatic bone issues, the choice of medical department mainly depends on the specific nature and potential cause of the problem.
1. Department of Plastic Surgery: If the issue involves facial appearance or function, such as abnormal zygomatic development, deformities, or zygomatic damage caused by trauma, plastic surgery should be the first choice. Common diagnostic procedures include facial X-rays, CT scans, etc.
2. Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: If the zygomatic problem originates from intraoral lesions or requires surgical intervention, the department of oral and maxillofacial surgery should be selected. Routine examinations may include intraoral endoscopy, X-rays, or MRI imaging.
3. Department of Neurosurgery or Orthopedics: When zygomatic bone problems involve nerves or skeletal structures, consultation with neurosurgery or orthopedics is recommended. Neurosurgery primarily deals with diseases related to the brain and spinal cord, while orthopedics focuses on various diseases of the skeletal system.
