Nose tip and upper lip swelling after 13 months rhinoplasty

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I had a rhinoseptoplasty 13 months ago but i still have nose tip swelling,according to my surgeon it's due to the complexity of my surgery and my skin thickness. He said that at 18 months the swelling should totally disappear. My problem is my upper lip is still a bit swollen,it covers my top lip a lot more than before. My surgeon said this is normal and untill my nose totally heals my lip will not look as before the surgery cause nose swelling fluids involve upper lip too. Is it possible?

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

And the swelling tends to remain in the lower 1/3 of the nose, by the upper lip. I think it is conceivable that your smile could go back to normal in another 6 months, depending on your examination and what was performed. I hope this is helpful. Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  The final results take at least 1.5 years for the swelling to fully resolve. This can require lots of patience and waiting.  Steroid injections performed by your surgeon can be extremely helpful. I usually start steroid injections around 1 to 2 months after surgery and continue as needed.  I recommend that you maintain close follow up with your surgeon who can evaluate you in person.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question.
As far as I can understand from your question according to the skin structure, it may take 1.5 to 2 years for the nose to take shape completely, I suggest that your surgeon follow you.
It would be better face to face consultation.
Best Regards!

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