Nose still swollen 1 year after rhinoplasty? How common it this?

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I had a rhinoplasty a year and a month ago. I'm pleased with the results. However I was wondering how common is swelling even a year out post op? Some days the tip of my nose is quite refined, and other days and especially in the morning it looks more bulbous and feels more "full" Not worried.... just curious more than anything.

David M. Kowalczyk, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

Good Afternoon! Thanks for your question. If the procedure was done open, it's very common to have swelling through 12 months. It becomes less common over time, but swelling is to be expected. Things which can improve the swelling are low salt diet, taping, and steroids. By 1.5 - 2 years, nearly all the swelling should be gone. The tip and frontal view are the last to improve in my experience. As long as you're seeing improvement, you should heal well. Hope this helps!

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question.From your words I can say that the healing process is totally up to your skin type. If you have thick skin the total result may occur in 1,5 half year later. If you can provide photos from front of your face, from the side of your face and 1 meter away I would be able to make a proper evaluation. It would be more convenient to decide with face-to-face consultation. Best Regards!

Andrew Miller, MD · Answer

Swelling around the tip can certainly last longer that a year in some cases. Sometime the skin is thicker so that contributes to a longer swollen period. The fact that the swelling goes down at times and your nose looks good is a good sign that it should one day get to the point where it stays that way. Be sure to discuss your concerns with your surgeon.

Caner Kacmaz, MD · Answer

Swelling after rhinoplasty is very common and it can take up to a year or longer to subside completely. The reason some days your nose looks more swollen may be due to water retention. As long as you are happy with the outcome of surgery there's no issue of slight swelling. It will disappear in time. Good luck.

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