I had a closed rhinoplasty to reduce the tip width and droopiness, hump, and width of the bridge. When the splint was on my nose looked good but once it was off I was left with a flat nose. It's been 11 days since the surgery and I've been so sad lately since I'm more self conscious. The nurses told me he broke the bones of the bridge but the bridge does appear wider. When I touch the wide parts they're hard so it must be bone, not swollen soft tissue... I'm scared it'll be stuck like this.
Answer: Swelling after rhinoplasty Hang in there and be patient! You are still very early in the post-operative period and significant swelling is still expected at this point in time. In fact, it will take about 1 month for 60-70% of the initial swelling to subside with the remaining swelling slowly diminishing over the course of one year. I would encourage you to follow-up closely with your surgeon and discuss any concerns you may have as your healing progresses. Good luck!
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Answer: Swelling after rhinoplasty Hang in there and be patient! You are still very early in the post-operative period and significant swelling is still expected at this point in time. In fact, it will take about 1 month for 60-70% of the initial swelling to subside with the remaining swelling slowly diminishing over the course of one year. I would encourage you to follow-up closely with your surgeon and discuss any concerns you may have as your healing progresses. Good luck!
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August 29, 2021
Answer: Rhinoplasty healing Thank you for the question and photos. Since it has only been 11 days since your rhinoplasty, a significant amount of swelling is bound to be there. As time passes the swelling will go down and you should start seeing the final result. Taping at night or at home when not at work/school may be beneficial to help the swelling subside a little faster. Once the swelling has subsided you and your plastic surgeon can sit down and discuss the final result and what if anything you would need to do to improve the appearance.Good luck with the remainder of your nose shaping recovery.Dr. Remus Repta
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August 29, 2021
Answer: Rhinoplasty healing Thank you for the question and photos. Since it has only been 11 days since your rhinoplasty, a significant amount of swelling is bound to be there. As time passes the swelling will go down and you should start seeing the final result. Taping at night or at home when not at work/school may be beneficial to help the swelling subside a little faster. Once the swelling has subsided you and your plastic surgeon can sit down and discuss the final result and what if anything you would need to do to improve the appearance.Good luck with the remainder of your nose shaping recovery.Dr. Remus Repta
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