How Long Would It Take for Scar Tissue to Form After Rhinoplasty?

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Latest answer by Francis R. Palmer, III, MD
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Tags: bleeding, lifting, scar tissue, timing

For instance, if two weeks after my rhinoplasty I started doing heavy lifting everyday and bleeding from that caused excess scar tissue, how long would it take for the scar tissue to form? Immediately or a few months later?

2 answers to How Long Would It Take for Scar Tissue to Form After Rhinoplasty?

Scar formation after Rhinoplasty

Wow, that doesn't even sound good. You were exercising and bleeding 2 weeks after a Rhinoplasty? That can't be good. Scar tissue begins to form at around 1 month which is when experienced Rhinoplasty surgeons typically see the patients back for possible kenalog 10 injections to reduce scar formation. You should see your Rhinoplasty surgeon and tell him/her what has happened, so they can plan appropriately to ensure the best possible aesthetic outcome for... more

Francis R. Palmer, III, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon