I had rhinoplasty 8 months ago, and predominantly the healing process has been going very well! However, my concern is that the right side of my nose is still very numb, going from the bridge down to the nostril. It feels very stiff, and tingles mildly to the touch, and the tip is a bit more swollen still on the right hand side. I can't seem to find any concrete information on this, so I was curious if anyone knows if this is a normal possibility? Thanks for your help! Cheers.
Answer: Numbness after rhinoplasty and how long to go away. This may take 12-18 months to return, but in 35 years of doing thousands of rhinoplasties, I have never had a patient where it did not go away.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: This will get better, sometimes takes more than a year Good question. This is very common after rhinoplasty. The numbness usually goes away within the first year, but sometimes may take a bit longer than that. This is due to the fact that the nose was elevated and some of the sensation to the tip and the areas around it or affected. In time, this should all normalize. -Dr. David Mattos, New York Plastic Surgical Group
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CONTACT NOW Answer: This will get better, sometimes takes more than a year Good question. This is very common after rhinoplasty. The numbness usually goes away within the first year, but sometimes may take a bit longer than that. This is due to the fact that the nose was elevated and some of the sensation to the tip and the areas around it or affected. In time, this should all normalize. -Dr. David Mattos, New York Plastic Surgical Group
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February 5, 2019
Answer: Rhinoplasty Recovery It’s not unusual for patients to have numbness and swelling following rhinoplasty surgery. This is often the result of the surgical dissection and healing process. In the vast majority of patients, these symptoms usually resolve spontaneously. In most cases, swelling has resolved in three to four weeks, but may take up to a year to completely resolve. Persistent swelling often results in the nose feeling stiff. In most cases, numbness has resolved in three to four weeks, but may last up to a year following surgery. The tingling that you describe is often associated with nerve regeneration. It’s still relatively early in the post-operative course, but if your symptoms persist, consultations with your plastic surgeon is appropriate.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty Recovery It’s not unusual for patients to have numbness and swelling following rhinoplasty surgery. This is often the result of the surgical dissection and healing process. In the vast majority of patients, these symptoms usually resolve spontaneously. In most cases, swelling has resolved in three to four weeks, but may take up to a year to completely resolve. Persistent swelling often results in the nose feeling stiff. In most cases, numbness has resolved in three to four weeks, but may last up to a year following surgery. The tingling that you describe is often associated with nerve regeneration. It’s still relatively early in the post-operative course, but if your symptoms persist, consultations with your plastic surgeon is appropriate.
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October 19, 2018
Answer: How Long Should Numbness After Rhinoplasty Last? The duration of nasal numbness can vary after rhinoplasty - some patients don't mention it at all, and those who do tend to gain full resolution of sensation, slowly. Since you're having stiffness and tingling on your numb side, I suspect you are experiencing residual swelling that will work its way out with time. We have not had any of our patients complain of nasal numbness at the 12 month postoperative visit. Hope this helps. Dr Joseph
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Answer: How Long Should Numbness After Rhinoplasty Last? The duration of nasal numbness can vary after rhinoplasty - some patients don't mention it at all, and those who do tend to gain full resolution of sensation, slowly. Since you're having stiffness and tingling on your numb side, I suspect you are experiencing residual swelling that will work its way out with time. We have not had any of our patients complain of nasal numbness at the 12 month postoperative visit. Hope this helps. Dr Joseph
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August 4, 2014
Answer: How long should numbness after rhinoplasty last? Hello! Thank you for your question! Numbness after any surgical procedure is expected for several weeks to months following. As the nerves to the area are traumatized and will then experience a temporary neuropraxia, a transient loss of nerve conduction. This usually resolves over the next 6-12 weeks, but depending on the procedure performed, sometimes much longer. Typically this should resolve by 1 year. As it goes past this date, the likelihood of the sensation returning is small. However, it can take up to 2 years. If no return from there, it is unlikely to return. It should be discussed that persistent sensory changes may develop following any surgical procedure. The usual signs of the nerves regenerating and neuropraxia resolving is itching, followed by a burning sensation and then occasional sharp, shock-like pains. These will be normal to experience, and actually a promising sign. Usually, normal sensation returns, but is is also possible to have decreased sensation or even increased sensation to the areas affected. Re-educating nerves postoperatively is often helpful and will allow proper instruction for the affected sensory nerves - methods include using different textures to the affected areas when showering, bathing, applying lotion, etc. If bothersome, there are some medications that may be helpful, including Neurontin for pain for hypersensitivity. You can try various textures such as washcloths, loofahs, cotton sheets, etc. Massaging the areas is also beneficial for the incision to make the finest scar possible. The last place to regain the sensation will be directly adjacent to the incision/scar as the nerves will make its way from the periphery to this location. If continual pain arises, evaluation is warranted. After ruling out other causes, one rare explanation may be that a neuroma has developed and may require surgical excision. This is very unlikely unless a large sensory nerve has been transected inadvertently during the procedure. Hope that this helps! Best wishes!
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Answer: How long should numbness after rhinoplasty last? Hello! Thank you for your question! Numbness after any surgical procedure is expected for several weeks to months following. As the nerves to the area are traumatized and will then experience a temporary neuropraxia, a transient loss of nerve conduction. This usually resolves over the next 6-12 weeks, but depending on the procedure performed, sometimes much longer. Typically this should resolve by 1 year. As it goes past this date, the likelihood of the sensation returning is small. However, it can take up to 2 years. If no return from there, it is unlikely to return. It should be discussed that persistent sensory changes may develop following any surgical procedure. The usual signs of the nerves regenerating and neuropraxia resolving is itching, followed by a burning sensation and then occasional sharp, shock-like pains. These will be normal to experience, and actually a promising sign. Usually, normal sensation returns, but is is also possible to have decreased sensation or even increased sensation to the areas affected. Re-educating nerves postoperatively is often helpful and will allow proper instruction for the affected sensory nerves - methods include using different textures to the affected areas when showering, bathing, applying lotion, etc. If bothersome, there are some medications that may be helpful, including Neurontin for pain for hypersensitivity. You can try various textures such as washcloths, loofahs, cotton sheets, etc. Massaging the areas is also beneficial for the incision to make the finest scar possible. The last place to regain the sensation will be directly adjacent to the incision/scar as the nerves will make its way from the periphery to this location. If continual pain arises, evaluation is warranted. After ruling out other causes, one rare explanation may be that a neuroma has developed and may require surgical excision. This is very unlikely unless a large sensory nerve has been transected inadvertently during the procedure. Hope that this helps! Best wishes!
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April 4, 2010
Answer: Loss of sensation during nose jobs. Although nerves may be injured in the course of performing a rhinoplasty, the vast majority of these tend to resolve with time. Generally, it is best to wait it out. I am not aware of an operation for restoring sensation to the nose.
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Answer: Loss of sensation during nose jobs. Although nerves may be injured in the course of performing a rhinoplasty, the vast majority of these tend to resolve with time. Generally, it is best to wait it out. I am not aware of an operation for restoring sensation to the nose.
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