I recently had a revision rhinplasty in a prestigious hospital in Chicago. At 7 weeks after surgery, I feel as though I have a stuffy feeling in my nose, and when I take a deep breath, my nose has a whistling sound. Am I too early in the process yet, or should I be more concerned with this issue? Please help, thank you.
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Answer: Revision Rhinoplasty with Stuffiness and Whistling 7 Weeks After Surgery
The surgeon who performed the procedure is most interested in the patient being satisfied and having an excellent result. In many cases they may perform a minor revision for "operative costs" or at no cost at all depending on the circumstance. Have a meeting with the...
Steroid injections are used after rhinoplasty to reduce swelling and inflammation, prevent scar tissue, and help with pain relief: Reduce swellingSteroid injections can help reduce swelling in the nose after surgery, especially in areas like the nasal tip. This is important because the nose is...
You asked a very good question about nasal aesthetics and the impact of grafting on different views. It is true that a washed out nasal bridge can give the sense that your eyes are farther apart. Conversely, adding height to the bridge can theoretically give the sense that eyes are drawn closer...
