septorhinoplasty with spreader grafts, osteotomy, tip work 7.5 months ago. My skin is oily but not thick (I'm Northern European). Is considerable swelling in the middle third of my nose still expected? It's not awful, but my nose is larger than I would prefer and slightly uneven (doc said this is due to uneven work on one side during the procedure). Some docs said that the shape at 6 months is what you're generally stuck with- my doc said to wait a year- does he just want to delay bad news?
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You would be best served by raising your concerns with your surgeon. He knows what your nose looked like before your splint was placed, and he may be able to provide reassurance. I have seen firm areas in the nasal bridge of some of my own nose...
I tell my patients that nose surgery is a lot like back surgery or knee surgery. It takes a long time to resume normal activity (or breathing). You will not run a marathon right away. As for you breathing difficulty, you could have some scabbing or dryness. It can take months...
One week and counting the seconds. Spreader Grafts do indeed widen the mid-nose and this may be your chief concern. However, "time" will likely improve your overall result (be patient), you only have 358 days left for your full healing result.
