I had rhinoplasty, a chin implant and lipo 9 weeks ago and I've noticed my smile and mouth change a lot since the surgery. It now feels very forced and unnatural, and my lips cover my teeth much more than they did before. I've lost a lot of mobility in my lips and my smile is more narrow than before. I know this can be normal and my nose bridge and chin still feel stiff when I try to move them by frowning. But I'm 9 weeks post surgery and I feel like I look unnatural every time I talk and smile.
April 6, 2017
Answer: Regaining your smile after rhinoplasty Thank you for the question! It is rather difficult to fully evaluate your situation without an in-person exam. That being said, it's much too early for you to observe final results of your rhinoplasty. It may take 6 or 9 months for swelling to resolve completely. In the meantime, you may experience some muscle tightness that will impact mobility in your lips. As your nose settles, you should be able to regain your ability to smile normally. An in-person exam with a board-certified plastic surgeon would be the best way to assess your situation and guarantee an individualized medical advice. Best of luck!
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April 6, 2017
Answer: Regaining your smile after rhinoplasty Thank you for the question! It is rather difficult to fully evaluate your situation without an in-person exam. That being said, it's much too early for you to observe final results of your rhinoplasty. It may take 6 or 9 months for swelling to resolve completely. In the meantime, you may experience some muscle tightness that will impact mobility in your lips. As your nose settles, you should be able to regain your ability to smile normally. An in-person exam with a board-certified plastic surgeon would be the best way to assess your situation and guarantee an individualized medical advice. Best of luck!
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April 5, 2017
Answer: Rhinoplasty and Chin Implant Full recovery from rhinoplasty and chin augmentation surgery often takes a full 3 to 6 months for the final result and the tissues around the surgery sites to fully heal and recover. With more time your chin and ups should have mobility. I would give the chi at least another two months ti see how much improvekenyt can occur.
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April 5, 2017
Answer: Rhinoplasty and Chin Implant Full recovery from rhinoplasty and chin augmentation surgery often takes a full 3 to 6 months for the final result and the tissues around the surgery sites to fully heal and recover. With more time your chin and ups should have mobility. I would give the chi at least another two months ti see how much improvekenyt can occur.
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