I went for an alar reduction on my nose abt two months before. I was told scarring is to be expected along the boundaries of my nose and face. It has already greatly improved compared to the first few weeks after but it's still noticeable from the redness. Can I just ask how long will it take for it to fade? Also, is it normal for the scar to feel slightly elevated?
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September 18, 2023
Answer: Up to 1-2 years for final appearance of mature scar
Your question is a bit interesting and unusual. Major disasters eventuating from a rhinoplasty as you described are extremely rare particularly when performed by competent board certified plastic surgeons or facial plastic surgeons. Relatively minor problems, aesthetic deficiencies or patient...
After 19 weeks, you can expect to see your nose trending toward its final result, but there is still swelling present. This is most noticeable in the nasal tip region, where swelling lasts the longest. If you research this site, you will note that most Surgeons agree that Rhinoplasty...
The blood supply to your nose has certainly been affected by your rhinoplasty surgery. As a result, your nose will likely be more sensitive to the sensation of cold. Nasal constriction caused by extreme cold weather may also prolong your healing time some.
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