I am one month post op from having a dorsal hump removed and the bridge of my nose narrowed because the sides protruded outwards at the bridge. It feels and looks like the sides of the bone on my bridge have grown back. My surgeon says this is swelling but my bridge looks exactly like it did before. My PS also keeps telling me to push on the side of my bridge to avoid the bone filling it and to narrow my bridge. I'm worried I am going to mess up my final result in doing so!
September 1, 2021
Answer: Rhinoplasty It can take a year or longer for the swelling to subside. It is best to follow your surgeon's instructions. Good luck.
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September 1, 2021
Answer: Rhinoplasty It can take a year or longer for the swelling to subside. It is best to follow your surgeon's instructions. Good luck.
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January 27, 2017
Answer: Rhinoplasty Thank you for your question.It is important to consult with your surgeon about any questions or concerns you may have. You are extremely early in your recovery period and your nose will begin healing and changing, this will continue over the course of a year to year and a half. Swelling can cause the appearance of unevenness or enlargement. It takes 6 months for 90% of the swelling to resolve after a rhinoplasty. During this waiting period, several treatment options can reduce the swelling. First, post-operative taping is imperative to decrease swelling and mold the shape of the nose. This can be performed for a minimum of 2 weeks with recommendations commonly for 3 months. Second, a short course of oral steroids (Medrol dose pack) can be beneficial in the early stages to decrease swelling and pain. Third, I commonly use a dilute solution of Kenalog with Marcaine to decrease swelling of the nasal tip. If after 12-18 months, you are still unhappy with your results, I would contact your surgeon or a board certified plastic surgeon for a revision.Best of luck in your recovery!Sincerely,
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January 27, 2017
Answer: Rhinoplasty Thank you for your question.It is important to consult with your surgeon about any questions or concerns you may have. You are extremely early in your recovery period and your nose will begin healing and changing, this will continue over the course of a year to year and a half. Swelling can cause the appearance of unevenness or enlargement. It takes 6 months for 90% of the swelling to resolve after a rhinoplasty. During this waiting period, several treatment options can reduce the swelling. First, post-operative taping is imperative to decrease swelling and mold the shape of the nose. This can be performed for a minimum of 2 weeks with recommendations commonly for 3 months. Second, a short course of oral steroids (Medrol dose pack) can be beneficial in the early stages to decrease swelling and pain. Third, I commonly use a dilute solution of Kenalog with Marcaine to decrease swelling of the nasal tip. If after 12-18 months, you are still unhappy with your results, I would contact your surgeon or a board certified plastic surgeon for a revision.Best of luck in your recovery!Sincerely,
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