broken cheek bone repair

I had an accident 5 days ago and my right cheek bone was broken base on x-rays and ct scan. Doctor said to come back on monday which is 9days alreaday after the incident, is it still safe to do operation and how long could be the procedure and curing time.  thanks

[Howard Rosenberg, MD]

Displaced facial bones need to be repositioned within several weeks after an injury, or they can heal in a permanently abnormal position.  The details of the procedures will depend on the type of fracture and should be discussed with your surgeon.