i had a rhinoplasty 3 weeks ago .After my cast removal in 1 week nose looks small and good shape ..but suddenly 1 week after cast removal my nose getting bigger and bigger .. and still its looks like that way ... feels so desperate ... how long this can last?
December 4, 2012
Answer: Swelling after removal of splints.
Part of the reason we place splints after a rhinoplasty is to help control swelling. As a result, it can be normal for the swelling to increase a little bit after the splint is removed. If you are concerned about the amount your swelling has increased, I strongly recommend that you contact your plastic surgeon and I am sure he/she would like to make sure everything is well.
With regards to your question of how long swelling can last after a rhinoplasty, I tend to tell my patients that roughly 60 percent will be out at 6 weeks, 80 percent at 6 months and 90 percent at one year. As a general rule, you will not see the final result until approximately 2 years post-op. Good luck.
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December 4, 2012
Answer: Swelling after removal of splints.
Part of the reason we place splints after a rhinoplasty is to help control swelling. As a result, it can be normal for the swelling to increase a little bit after the splint is removed. If you are concerned about the amount your swelling has increased, I strongly recommend that you contact your plastic surgeon and I am sure he/she would like to make sure everything is well.
With regards to your question of how long swelling can last after a rhinoplasty, I tend to tell my patients that roughly 60 percent will be out at 6 weeks, 80 percent at 6 months and 90 percent at one year. As a general rule, you will not see the final result until approximately 2 years post-op. Good luck.
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December 3, 2012
Answer: Don't worry, swelling can increase for a couple weeks before it resolves
Swelling can increase after the splints come off as the pressure of the splint is eliminated. The swelling should then begin to subside starting a couple weeks afterward. The degree and pace of swelling resolution depends on your skin thickness and the specific maneuvers performed during the surgery. You should wait several months to a year before forming your long-term assessment of the results. Best of luck.
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December 3, 2012
Answer: Don't worry, swelling can increase for a couple weeks before it resolves
Swelling can increase after the splints come off as the pressure of the splint is eliminated. The swelling should then begin to subside starting a couple weeks afterward. The degree and pace of swelling resolution depends on your skin thickness and the specific maneuvers performed during the surgery. You should wait several months to a year before forming your long-term assessment of the results. Best of luck.
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