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Nose Still So Swollen 4 Months Post Rhinoplasty

asked 1 year ago by San Diego5649 in San Diego, CA
Latest answer by Steve Laverson, MD
Question viewed 2,434 times
Tags: female, swelling, timing

I had rhinoplasty surgery four months ago and my nose is still really swollen and stiff. Why is it still so swollen? Is something wrong? My nose is basically the same size or maybe even a little bigger than it was before the surgery.

13 answers to Nose Still So Swollen 4 Months Post Rhinoplasty

Swelling 4 Months Post Rhinoplasty

Swelling in in patients with thicker skin like you can take longer to resolve. It also depends on what was done during your surgery. If your tip remains firm to the touch, swelling is still present. I understand your frustration, but be patient.

Richard W. Fleming, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

Swelling after Nose Surgery

Although swelling after rhinoplasty very slowly resolves, this resolution follows a curve such that most of the significant swelling resolves early. This early rapid resolution of swelling which occurs during the first three months after the procedure is followed my many months of continued resolution of edema (swelling). During this late period, in addition to diminished swelling, parts of the nose that were operated on contract somewhat from the formation of scar. This... more

Steve Laverson, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

feelbeautiful.com

Rhinoplasty Healing Takes a Long Time

Of all the cosmetic operative procedures performed, most wolkd agree that a rhinoplasty takes the longest to get the final result. Four months seems like a very long duration of time and you would hope to see some change from your preoperative appearence. If you had any dorsal deformaties (hump), you should see the change by this time frame. The nasal tip is different. This will take up to 12 months to see your final result. It is something that you cannot see change on a daily basis... more

Scott R. Brundage, M.D.
Grand Rapids Plastic Surgeon

Swelling 4 months after rhinoplasty

It is very common to be swollen for a year after rhinoplasty. The stiffness will lessen with time. By all means, see your Rhinoplasty Surgeon and get checked out, but again swelling is normal and can last for a year. One should not be too enthusiastic about going back for revision surgery too soon...

Jeffrey Roth, MD
Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

Nose Still So Swollen 4 Months Post Rhinoplasty

Nasal swelling can take a full year from the surgery to clear. But a before side view to compare the one postop is needed to answer. If you think you are looking the same now, than I doubt you will be happy after a full year, so seek other opinions for possible revision at 9 months postop. From MIAMI

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Swelling and stiffness four months after rhinoplasty

It is discouraging to feel that there has been no change apparent in your nose after four months. Still you can be hopeful of a change. Depending on skin type it will take six to twelve months for complete softening of the bridge and tip. Unfortunately there is nothing to do but wait it out and then judge the result. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Prolonged rhinoplasty swelling

It is not uncommon to have swelling and stiffness to the tip of the nose that can last up to 6 months and even a year after rhinoplasty surgery depending upon how much surgery your nose has undergone. That being said, you might be building up scar tissue in that area and you should have your surgeon check to make sure that is not the case and he/she can treat it at this time.

Scott Trimas, MD
Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon

Swollen 4 months after Rhinoplasty

Hi, It sounds like and looks like you may have scar tissue or persistant swelling in the tip of your nose. At this point, you should definately see less swelling and an improvement of your nose since before surgery. You may want to talk to your surgeon or another surgeon about your issue. Best, Dr.S.

Oleh Slupchynskyj, MD
New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.facechange.org

What can you expect 4 months after Rhinoplasty

Dear Sandiego Thank you for uploading the picture. The most difficult times after a rhinoplasty are the first week and then around this 3-6 month period. The stiffness is very common and softens over the year. First and foremost, you have had a major nosel surgery less than 4 months ago. I know it is difficult, but I would advise that you give your nose a chance to heal. You have put a lot of effort, time, recovery, money,into your rhinoplasty, but I think... more

Travis T. Tollefson, MD, MPH
Sacramento Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drtravistollefson.com

Nasal swelling after rhinoplasty (nose job).

After a rhinoplasty (nose surgery), the nasal skin will be significantly swollen. It takes approximately 3 weeks for 30% of the swelling to subside and 6 weeks for 60% of the swelling to dissipate. However, it may take up to a full year for all of the swelling to go away. Thicker skinned patients may take even longer. Patience is critical here and it's essential not to jump into a revision surgery too early.

Etai Funk, MD
Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.funkfacialplastics.com

Post rhinoplasty issues

At four months out from a rhinoplasty, your nose will still be swollen. It may take up to a year for this to improve. The stiffness will dissipate as the swelling comes down.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Swelling after rhinoplasty

This may take anywhere from 6-12 months or more to resolve depending on how thick is the nasal skin. By that time the skin should get softer and the tip more refined.

Mohsen Tavoussi, MD, DO
Huntington Beach Facial Plastic Surgeon

Nasal Swelling After Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is a surgery of millimeters and as a result even small amounts of swelling can be visible and significant. With time, this should subside and reveal a more refined and shaped nose. By four months, most of the swelling should be gone, but there is no question that the nose will continue to look better through your year anniversary. No real judgment should be made on another operation until this time has passed. You don't want to make operative decisions based on a swollen nose... more