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6 Weeks Post Op Rhinoplasty & I Still Can't Speak Normally, Should I be Concerned?

EmswissFeb 16, 2012
I have my rhinoplasty done (open rhino) six weeks ago and I have still some difficulty to speak properly. Per example I can't pronounce "b" or "p" well. Is that normal or there is a problem? Thanks for your answer(s)...

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Dr. Steven Wallach, MD
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