I have received a few mild to moderately intense blows to my nose during my first 3 wks after rhinoplasty, mainly accidental smacks to my nose from my toddlers. Should I be concerned about permanent damage? If yes, up to how long after surgery might damage/deformities appear?
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Dear Rhinoplasty patient from Illinois,
Due to the complex nature of the nose, swelling may take several months to resolve after a rhinoplasty. Most swelling resolves after two weeks. It is important to know that due to swelling there is significant internal and external swelling. This swelling...
This is usually caused by a cartilage graft which is placed between the medial crura of the lower lateral cartilages and not scar tissue. It may be too long and extend down to the nasal spine so when you move the tip of your nose you can feel and sometimes hear it. The graft can be trimmed from...
I see your concern and it appears the upper lateral cartilage on the right may have separated at the keystone region from the nasal bone. this can lead to the deformity your notice. Placing a cartilage spreader graft can help this. Can you discuss this with your surgeon? ...