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Yes, the lips and entire face may feel sore or pressure after rhinoplasty. Most of the rhinoplasty discomfort improves within the first week and continues to improve with time. Other symptoms, such as body ache or sore throat, may be due to the anesthesia and not necessarily the rhinoplasty surgery. If you haven't already, then speak with your plastic surgeon regarding any concerns you have.Best,Dr. Chaboki
During rhinoplasty, the septum is often manipulated as is the base of the nose just above the lip. Each of these things may cause swelling and sensitivity of the lip for a couple weeks or so after surgery. It should gradually resolve. The body aches may be from simply not ambulating enough after surgery. It is important to continue to move around after surgery. If they continue, be sure to inform your surgeon.
Some post-op discomfort is normal around the face. As for the body not as common. You didn't mention when you your surgery occurred.
Absolutely! You are describing a classic development problem. The tip of the septum is in the left nostril, the rest of the septum crosses into the right airway slightly farther back (that is your big red mass), and the nose is deviated the other way, to your left....
I typically recommend that patient’s wait at least a week after surgery before applying light makeup to a surgical site. Ask your surgeon for their specific post-op recommendations regarding applying make-up to your surgical sites.
Recovery after a dual rhinoplasty and chin implant is gradual and can be broken down into stages. After the first week, you should be cleared to resume light daily routines, given that you are still avoiding strenuous physical activity and are allowing your body adequate time to rest. At 8 days...
Thank you for the photos though a full examination and review of your operative note is really needed. Since your surgeon knows what he did his advice may be most pertinent. Short of that at the time of surgery, having evaluated the problem in person corrective steps would be taken...
It sounds like you may be developing contact dermatitis, which is an inflammatory skin reaction whereby the skin becomes inflamed, red, or itchy after contact with a substance. After rhinoplasty, the cause is most commonly either the paper tape or adhesive used. Minimize the amount of harsh...
There are many reasons that cause dark circles under the eyes which include deeply pigmented skin, bags, and allergies. The rhinoplasty procedure usually involves osteotomies placed in the nasal bones which resulted in bruising into the lower cheek area. The bruising itself is...
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