3 Weeks Post Rhinoplasty, and Dark Circles Are Getting Worse. What Should I Do? (photo)

Hello,

It is common that dark circles form under the eyes due to the intensity of the surgery and the anatomical composition of the facial tissues.

I recommend that you have a little more patience and follow your surgeon's instructions to keep on a good recovery pace and let nature take its course.

I hope this helps and the best of luck to you.

Dr. Sajjadian

Dark circles secondary to bruising should resolve with time given sufficient time to do so. Occasionally, this may take longer. 

Bruising underneath the eyes is quite common with a rhinoplasty procedure and this can persist for weeks. The real question is how much of this was present before the operation vs. after and only photos will tell. If this is bruising underneath the skin, then there is no cream that will improve this - just time. If this is related to superficial pigment of the skin, then perhaps a bleaching cream will help. 

Best of luck,.