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How Long Should Numbness After Rhinoplasty Last?

asked 2 years ago by Nosey_Parker in Canada
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
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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.

7 answers to How Long Should Numbness After Rhinoplasty Last?

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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.
Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

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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.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Numbness after rhinoplasty

Numbness after rhinoplasty is the rule rather than the exception. The fact you have tingling in the area most likely means the nerves are trying to grow back, which is a good sign. It may take one year or longer for the sensation to return, so be patient.
Michael A. Jazayeri, MD

Santa Ana Plastic Surgeon
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Tingling of Nasal Tip Is a Sign of Healing Nerves

There are many small sensory nerves in the nose that continue to heal after a rhinoplasty and it can go on for up to 2-3 years. It takes time but does go away. If you see any blisters on the tip, then I would be concerned and see your surgeon right away as that could be a viral infection. Swelling alone is quite normal. Give it more time. Regards
Tanveer Janjua, MD

Bedminster Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Numbness after rhinoplasty resolves slowly

Numbness of the nose after rhinoplasty is normal and often takes months to resolve. Particularly, with an open rhinoplasty, the numbness may last for 1 to 2 years. It is also not uncommon to have numbness only on one side the nose or to be more prolonged on one side of the nose. Along with the numbness, the tissues often feel stiff and swollen. Be patient; improvements will occur slowly.
Michael D. Yates, MD

Huntsville Plastic Surgeon
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Numbess after Rhinoplasty

Hi, Numbness can last up to 2 years. If a nerve has been damaged, it usually takes about 18 months for regeneration. Anything after that may indicate permanent nerve damage. However, you should be regaining sensation slowly over 2 years. Best, Dr.S.
Oleh Slupchynskyj, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.facechange.org

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Rhinoplasty numbness

It's not unusual to notice asymmetrical swelling and numbness after a rhinoplasty. You should speak to your surgeon, but if you had a graft placed on your right side only, that would account for many of your symptoms. In some cases we just need to do more work on one side, which is why that area will take a bit longer to heal. Good luck, /nsn.
Nina S. Naidu, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

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