I am 8 weeks post-op and have significant swelling in the supra tip and tip of my nose. I know the final result is still months down the road but I am wondering if there is anything I can do at this point to help reduce the swelling in the meantime. For example, do hot baths/showers increase the swelling?
July 24, 2018
Answer: Swelling and tips it is good to avoid hot situations if practical but some regular nasal lymphatic massage works well in addition to more time In consultation with your Rhinoplasty surgeon in more extreme cases a dilute steroid injection into the supratip area may be worthwhile
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July 24, 2018
Answer: Swelling and tips it is good to avoid hot situations if practical but some regular nasal lymphatic massage works well in addition to more time In consultation with your Rhinoplasty surgeon in more extreme cases a dilute steroid injection into the supratip area may be worthwhile
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April 1, 2018
Answer: Swelling in the nasal tip... About the only thing that can speed up the supratip swelling after rhinoplasty is a steroid injection. This should really only be used in certain situations so be sure to discuss it with your surgeon.
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April 1, 2018
Answer: Swelling in the nasal tip... About the only thing that can speed up the supratip swelling after rhinoplasty is a steroid injection. This should really only be used in certain situations so be sure to discuss it with your surgeon.
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June 26, 2017
Answer: Recovery Hello,It usually takes 1-3 years for the swelling to fully go down after a rhinoplasty. The tip takes the longest time to heal and mold to the new framework because it is the thickest skin of the nose. The skin over the profile is thinner than the skin over the tip. Patience is required during this healing phase. However, an anti-inflammatory can help with the swelling. Another alternative is a steroid injection. Consult your doctor to see if both of these are good options for you.All the best,Deepak Dugar, MDScarless Rhinoplasty ExpertBeverly Hills, CA 90210
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June 26, 2017
Answer: Recovery Hello,It usually takes 1-3 years for the swelling to fully go down after a rhinoplasty. The tip takes the longest time to heal and mold to the new framework because it is the thickest skin of the nose. The skin over the profile is thinner than the skin over the tip. Patience is required during this healing phase. However, an anti-inflammatory can help with the swelling. Another alternative is a steroid injection. Consult your doctor to see if both of these are good options for you.All the best,Deepak Dugar, MDScarless Rhinoplasty ExpertBeverly Hills, CA 90210
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