How long does it usually take for the swelling to fully go down in the glabella area after a rhinoplasty? (Photos)

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I had a hump removal/rhinoplasty in December and it is now February and I have noticed changes in swelling over the past month or two but the area that really bothers me still is how wide the area between my eyebrows is. The surgeon said this usually takes months to go down but will this area actually change over time? It makes it look like there is still a curve from some angles. The first two pictures are my nose before, the right after the operation, and then now.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Swelling is very common and will persist for many many months after a rhinoplasty. Be patient.,,,,,,

Joseph Rucker, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

Swelling after Rhinoplasty is dependent on several factors:  1. How extensive was the surgery 2. How thick is the skin envelope 3. Was this a revision Rhinoplasty    The rule of thumb is there is a thick skin envelope, if this was a revision then the swelling will last longer.  (usually one year). Patience is the key

How long does it usually take for the swelling to fully go down in the glabella area after a rhinoplasty? (Photos)

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