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Upper Lip and Left Cheek Numbness After Rhinoplasty?

nynose123
I'm a 35 yr old male in NY and I had nose surgery 2 months ago. The surgeon made incisions in my mouth just above my canine's and I think it has made my upper lip permanently numb. Also, my left cheek is numb close to my nose. I've read about possible nerve damage and it seems that the numbness has not gotten any better for the past 3 weeks. Can I expect any additional nerve regeneration? Is there anything I can do to increase the healing time/outcome?

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