14 weeks post revision rhinoplasty and nose is really wide, is this just swelling? (Photos)

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I had revision rhinoplasty 14 weeks ago. The bridge of my nose is still very wide and uneven. The purpose of the surgery was to rasp down the nasal bones on each side of my nose to make it slimmer due to lots of scar tissue build up I developed after the first surgery. Is this just swelling? If so, how long will it take to go down? Also, my nose always goes very purple when it's cold as it's still numb. How long will that last too? Thank you so much.

P. Daniel Ward, MD · Answer

Dear Smalltittiesbigheart, Thank you for your question. I strongly recommend that you discuss your concerns with your surgeon. The pictures that are shown do not appear to be what I would expect at this point. I would expect it to be much less red and swollen. Please let us know if you have any other questions or concerns. Good luck! P. Daniel Ward, MD.

Michel Siegel, MD · Answer

It is normal to have swelling after a revision rhinoplasty for several months. I am not sure what the progression of these photos is, however there seems to a lot of damage to your skin envelope, usually seen with multiple surgeries. At this point your best option is to wait and receive no further treatment , including non0surgical options, such a s steroid injections.Best of luck,

14 weeks post revision rhinoplasty and nose is really wide, is this just swelling? (Photos)

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