Recovery Period for Minor Hump Reduction?

How long of a recovery period could I expect if I only got a slight hump reduction Rhinoplasty? Thank you very much.

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3 Doctor Answers | Asked by FrankBank in Laredo, Texas

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Minor Hump Reduction

The operative word in your question is reference to a slight hump reduction. That is a very subjective term. Your recovery could be as little as 7-10 days. Please have a thorough consultation to discuss your goals and determine what surgical procedure would be necessary.

Richard W. Fleming, MD

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Rhinoplasty Recovery

The "downtime" following rhinoplasty is variable depending on what rhinoplasty techniques are used such as whether the surgery was performed open or closed, whether any tip work was performed, and whether the nasal bones were broken (osteotomies). Patients who undergo open rhinoplasty typically have more edema (swelling) that persists longer compared to patients in whom closed rhinoplasty techniques were used. If the nose was surgically broken by performing osteotomies then there... more

Rhinoplasty Slight Hump Reduction; How Long is Recovery Period?

Hi Frank, Most slight hump reductions in my practice do not need lateral osteotomies (breaking the bones). Without the osteotomies, the recovery in one week. If it is necessary to make those "cuts" in the nasal bones then it may be a two week recovery period. Choose your rhinoplasty surgeon most carefully. Be well. Dr. P