It's been about 3 months since I've had my rhinoplasty, and the radix (from what I've read the radix is the nasal bone right between my eyes) seems wider than what it was before. The point of my surgery was to get that part of my nose thinned out. It seems to me that the swelling isn't there, because when a bit of pressure is applied, I think I feel the nasal bone, rather than any swollen tissue. How long does that swelling last? Is it the bone I'm feeling, or hardened tissue? Feedback, please..
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Hi Diana,
Yes, spreader grafts can be removed to narrower the width of the mid third of the nose. Care must be taken to not throw off the symmetry and overall appearance of the nose. Consult with your rhinoplasty surgeon or with other experienced rhinplasty surgeons. Good...
Yes, shaving the hump may be the only intervention performed in a subtle rhinoplasty procedure. For larger humps, an open roof deformity may develop and lateral osteotomies may be necessary.
If you can bring a loved one great, if not, many medical offices such as mine provide nurse's aides to stay overnight with you. An extra helping hand and a little pampering really make a nice difference when you are recovering. And you deserve a little help! Good luck!
