I underwent rhinoplasty and tip revision surgery on Dec 11th. It has almost been 2 months and I've since had lots of swelling go down as well as my first post up visit with my surgeon. I have noticed a small bump on the bridge of my nose at the top (where the original hump was removed). I am concerned that this is a residual bump as opposed to the swelling he believes it to be. Does this look like a hump that will remain or is it just swelling still? Anything I can do to help it go down?
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January 30, 2013
Answer: A small bump on the dorsum of the nose after rhinoplasty a three months may very well be swelling.
I would have certainly advised you not use these type of strips after surgery, unless you had a moderate amount of soft tissue swelling in this region. I would advise you to reconsult with your rhinoplasty surgeon to get a clear answer as to whether or not any damage was done.
Actually, it takes a whole year to see the results of a rhinoplasty.
Usually, there is a significant amount of edema that needs to go down. Furthermore, the skin must contract to fit the dimensions of the newly created underlying structure.
I advise my patients that it will take at least...
It is not abnormal for the nose to be sensitive 5 days after rhinoplasty. At this stage after surgery, a light touch or bump can cause discomfort that would not normally be present. You did not necessarily cause any damage, but it is important to protect your nose as much as possible during the...
