Hello! when i removed the splint efter surgery the nose was thin and nice . now , one day after the bridge is alot wider . is this most likely swelling? or is it possible that the splint was pressen the nose togheter so it loke thiner than it Will be right after the splint was off removed a little bump and wanted the nose møre narrow. thanks for answers :)
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Answer: Nose will swell after the splint is removed after rhinoplasty.
IMHO, you can have Rhinoplasty, if warranted, anytime. Temporary fillers will not affect the Rhinoplasty which reshapes the nasal skeletal structures (cartilage and bone). Any experienced Rhinoplasty Surgeon should be able to take into account any temporary filler that was used...
The architecture of the skin of the tip of the nose is different for the upper 2/3. Because of this difference, the tip can retain swelling for a long time obscuring definition and appearing large. Occasionally steroid injections are indicated but most of the time it's best to...
By 2 weeks, the tissues are very secure and facial expressions of any kind will not affect the outcome. I don't think you could damage your nose if you ate popcorn 2 hours after rhinoplasty.
