Residual Edema Vs Scar Tissue? How Do I Know When It's The Final Result? (photo)

February 25, 2012
Asked By:Kvictoria in Burlington, ON

I had rhinoplasty 9 months ago and the tip is still VERY bulbous, asymmetrical, and hard. There has also been very little to no progress since the cast was removed. If anything it looks more wide. How do I know whether this is residual edema or scar tissue? How can I distinguish between the two?

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February 28, 2012

Answer: Rhinoplasty results take 1 year.

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Answer: Rhinoplasty results take 1 year.

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