Thanks to the use of anesthetics, including both local and general, you will not have to worry about pain and discomfort during your surgical procedure. However, after you leave our practice and return home to heal, you may experience some discomfort that comes along with any type of surgical treatment. Many patients can use over-the-counter pain medication as directed to manage this discomfort, though some patients with a lower pain tolerance may benefit from prescription-strength pain management medication instead. A conversation with your doctor before your surgery will help him determine if a prescription for pain medication will be required so it can be filled prior to the day of surgery.