Will nose swelling after smoking or drinking alcohol stop eventually?

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My nose looks awful when i dont smoke, there is groove on one side where the skin sinks in the open roof and i have an uneven and bifid tip since my rhinoplasty. But when I smoke or drink my nose looks a lot better because there is some swelling. Will this happen for all my life or will at some point my nose stop swelling when i smoke or drink? I dont want my skin to shrink wrap even more and like it so much better with swelling that covers all the imperfctions..

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

If you have a bifid irregular nasal tip and other nasal irregularities that look better after your nose is swollen, Perhaps some microdroplet silicone 1000 treatments may be helpful for adding permanent volume to your nose that is likened to nasal swelling. Hope this helps! Dr Joseph

Alan Gonzalez, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello @Optimistic685566, thank you for your question. To make an informed recommendation, more information is needed. A consultation is vital to establishing a surgical plan that meets your needs, meets your expectations, and takes into account what is possible. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.  American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS),International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP).

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question.If you can provide some face photos, I would be able to make a better evaluation. Anyway, the swelling post-rhinoplasty can last around 1 year (sometimes 1 year and a half), it totally depends on your skin.Best regards!

Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

It's difficult to say without examining your nose, but it's possible that smoking and drinking may cause temporary swelling in your nose, which could lead to an improved appearance. However, it's important to note that smoking and drinking can also have negative effects on your health and skin in the long term.

In terms of whether this swelling will continue for the rest of your life, it's hard to say. Your body's response to smoking and drinking can change over time, and there may come a point where the swelling no longer occurs or becomes less noticeable.

It's also important to address the underlying issues with your nose, such as the groove on one side and the uneven and bifid tip caused by your rhinoplasty. It may be worth consulting with a plastic surgeon or dermatologist to discuss potential solutions for these issues that don't rely on smoking or drinking.

Ultimately, it's important to prioritize your health and well-being over temporary improvements in appearance that may come with smoking and drinking.

I hope this helps,
best of luck !

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Will nose swelling after smoking or drinking alcohol stop eventually?

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