When the cast was removed my nose had a nice shape, now it's been over 4 weeks and the shape of my nose looks so bad. Why is this? I know it's still swollen, but how can the shape look so much worst?
December 3, 2014
Answer: Rhinoplasties take time to heal It takes many months for a rhinoplasty to "calm down" and appear as it will for the rest of your life. During the healing phase, which takes up to a year, the nose may appear to change and have areas that are full. This can fluctuate daily. I like to follow my rhinoplasty patients every two months initially to see if a steroid injection may help problems like this.Ultimately, you need to be patient, and discuss your concerns with your surgeon.Andrew Campbell, M.D.Facial Plastic Surgeon
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December 3, 2014
Answer: Rhinoplasties take time to heal It takes many months for a rhinoplasty to "calm down" and appear as it will for the rest of your life. During the healing phase, which takes up to a year, the nose may appear to change and have areas that are full. This can fluctuate daily. I like to follow my rhinoplasty patients every two months initially to see if a steroid injection may help problems like this.Ultimately, you need to be patient, and discuss your concerns with your surgeon.Andrew Campbell, M.D.Facial Plastic Surgeon
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October 13, 2014
Answer: 4 weeks post op Hello Julie, it's difficult to say without seeing any pictures. 4 weeks post-op your nose will definitely still be swollen. I would recommend contacting your plastic surgeon if you have any questions or concerns about the shape of your nose. Best of luck.
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October 13, 2014
Answer: 4 weeks post op Hello Julie, it's difficult to say without seeing any pictures. 4 weeks post-op your nose will definitely still be swollen. I would recommend contacting your plastic surgeon if you have any questions or concerns about the shape of your nose. Best of luck.
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