I had a rhinoplasty 2 weeks ago. when the splint came of it looked lovely and thin but went alot wider in just two days. I also still have a bit of a hump on the bridge. is this just swelling and will it go down? I don't know if bones swell and if the hump will go? Please help! My nose hardly looks any different at the moment and i am really dissapointed. Will it continue to improve?
October 16, 2021
Answer: Swelling after rhinoplasty Hi there. The splint keeps a bit of the swelling down so it is normal to see a bit more swelling after the splint is removed (this can be treated by using the splint at night for at least 6 weeks after surgery). Generally about 70% has resolved by 6 weeks, but it can take a year or two for the rest to go. There can also be swelling caused by specific treatments- eg if the dorm was rasped then some swelling is common on the dorsum. I think the best treatment in your situation is to wear the splint (sitting snugly) as much as possible.
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October 16, 2021
Answer: Swelling after rhinoplasty Hi there. The splint keeps a bit of the swelling down so it is normal to see a bit more swelling after the splint is removed (this can be treated by using the splint at night for at least 6 weeks after surgery). Generally about 70% has resolved by 6 weeks, but it can take a year or two for the rest to go. There can also be swelling caused by specific treatments- eg if the dorm was rasped then some swelling is common on the dorsum. I think the best treatment in your situation is to wear the splint (sitting snugly) as much as possible.
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December 15, 2020
Answer: Patience is needed after rhinoplasty I understand your concern, but if there is one thing you should keep in mind with rhinoplasty is that it requires patience and time before you see the final result. Swelling will occur once the splint is taken off and can persist for some time. The worst of it will be in the first two weeks, and then you should see a very gradual reduction in the swelling as your new nose starts to come into focus. By the six-month mark, you should have a pretty good idea of what your new nose will look like. However, you can continue to have some residual swelling for up to one year after surgery. Rest assured, your nose should begin to look better and better in the coming weeks and months.
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December 15, 2020
Answer: Patience is needed after rhinoplasty I understand your concern, but if there is one thing you should keep in mind with rhinoplasty is that it requires patience and time before you see the final result. Swelling will occur once the splint is taken off and can persist for some time. The worst of it will be in the first two weeks, and then you should see a very gradual reduction in the swelling as your new nose starts to come into focus. By the six-month mark, you should have a pretty good idea of what your new nose will look like. However, you can continue to have some residual swelling for up to one year after surgery. Rest assured, your nose should begin to look better and better in the coming weeks and months.
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February 23, 2020
Answer: Swelling after rhinoplasty It is expected that you will have the most swelling within the first 2 weeks after surgery. This gradually subsides over the following weeks. The appearance of the nose changes a fair amount during the first 6-12 weeks - what I akin to a rollercoaster ride - lots of ups and downs with regards to the appearance/swelling. Your surgeon will advice on skincare/massage to help this process along. The nose takes an entire year to settle but by around 4-6 months, you’ll have an idea of what its going to look like. Though this can vary depending on the extend of surgery eg primary or revision.
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February 23, 2020
Answer: Swelling after rhinoplasty It is expected that you will have the most swelling within the first 2 weeks after surgery. This gradually subsides over the following weeks. The appearance of the nose changes a fair amount during the first 6-12 weeks - what I akin to a rollercoaster ride - lots of ups and downs with regards to the appearance/swelling. Your surgeon will advice on skincare/massage to help this process along. The nose takes an entire year to settle but by around 4-6 months, you’ll have an idea of what its going to look like. Though this can vary depending on the extend of surgery eg primary or revision.
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