I had Revision Rhinoplasty 12 weeks ago. At least 3 times a week, my nose from the bridge to the tip turns red and then the color disappears a couple hours later. My surgeon took cartilage from the bridge to build up the tip, where it had formed a dent. It is still very swollen and the bridge still hurts at times. Does revision take longer to heal? Thank you.
January 20, 2021
Answer: What to expect with revision rhinoplasty recovery I typically tell my revision rhinoplasty patients that the recovery process is likely to take a bit longer than the original surgery for a variety of reasons. That said, I would not think it unusual that you are still having these symptoms 12 weeks later. However, it is critical that patients work closely with their revision surgeons to monitor the recovery process carefully and address possible complications as soon as they arise. If you are concerned, I encourage you to schedule an appointment with your surgeon for further assessment.
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January 20, 2021
Answer: What to expect with revision rhinoplasty recovery I typically tell my revision rhinoplasty patients that the recovery process is likely to take a bit longer than the original surgery for a variety of reasons. That said, I would not think it unusual that you are still having these symptoms 12 weeks later. However, it is critical that patients work closely with their revision surgeons to monitor the recovery process carefully and address possible complications as soon as they arise. If you are concerned, I encourage you to schedule an appointment with your surgeon for further assessment.
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February 4, 2020
Answer: Revision rhinoplasty recovery Hello and thanks for the question. The duration of the recovery depends a bit on the extent of the surgery. No two revision rhinoplasties are the same. Some can be smaller procedures with relatively minimal modifications being made, while other revision surgeries can be quite extensive. If you required extensive cartilage grafting etc...then yes it is not uncommon for the recovery period to last several weeks up to several months. And in fact the final result can take up to 2 years. Hope that helps. Good luck
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February 4, 2020
Answer: Revision rhinoplasty recovery Hello and thanks for the question. The duration of the recovery depends a bit on the extent of the surgery. No two revision rhinoplasties are the same. Some can be smaller procedures with relatively minimal modifications being made, while other revision surgeries can be quite extensive. If you required extensive cartilage grafting etc...then yes it is not uncommon for the recovery period to last several weeks up to several months. And in fact the final result can take up to 2 years. Hope that helps. Good luck
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December 29, 2019
Answer: Revision rhinoplasty downtime In general, revision rhinoplasty surgery is more complex, and longer, so there could be more swelling, or a prolonged healing period. That said, artful concealer usually gets patients back to social activities in 7-10 days. Thank you. Dr Joseph
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December 29, 2019
Answer: Revision rhinoplasty downtime In general, revision rhinoplasty surgery is more complex, and longer, so there could be more swelling, or a prolonged healing period. That said, artful concealer usually gets patients back to social activities in 7-10 days. Thank you. Dr Joseph
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