[ Ссылка ] -- Rhinoplasty is a common but complex procedure that heals in stages, within a generally predictable timeline. In our plastic surgery practice serving Beverly Hills and Sacramento, we have done thousands of rhinoplasties. Our decades of experience in this procedure has given us a wealth of knowledge in terms of advising patients about what to expect during the healing process, and the do’s and don’ts of aftercare in order to achieve the best results in the shortest amount of time.

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What is rhinoplasty?
Colloquially called a “nose job,” a rhinoplasty is a cosmetic surgery which restructures and reshapes the nose to bring it into more attractive alignment and proportion with the rest of the face. Rhinoplasty is one of the most popular and sought-after procedures in plastic surgery, and for good reason. As the central feature of the face, an ill-shaped or oversized nose can steal focus from other beautiful features. Modifying the nose to bring it into greater harmony with the rest of the face can have an incredible impact on a person’s appearance and general confidence level.

How long does swelling last after rhinoplasty?
While every patient and every procedure is different, most of the swelling will go down within the first month following surgery, and about 90% of all swelling should subside within the first three months. However, the full result is in the last 10% — where the tip and bridge definition is maximized. This may take 12 to 18 months.

What are the stages of swelling post rhinoplasty?
While most swelling from rhinoplasty goes down within a few weeks, swelling may initially get worse before it gets better, so don’t be alarmed if it is worse on day three or four than it was immediately following surgery. Every patient is different, so recovery times vary, but generally speaking, most patients can expect to look “normal” after about three to four weeks, with a small amount of residual swelling and tenderness lasting about three months — though it is usually only noticeable to the patient themselves.

The thicker the skin is, the longer it takes for the final outcome to be achieved. For this reason, patients who have thick skin preoperatively, that their outcome may take closer to 18 months, rather than 9 to 12 months. Additionally, if a patient is undergoing a revision rhinoplasty procedure, the final results are more likely to take a greater amount of time, versus a primary rhinoplasty. This occurs because the skin soft-tissue envelope is thicker and less compliant in revision rhinoplasty patients.

What are the healing stages of rhinoplasty?
The initial healing stage is about ten days. This is the period when you will need to be most vigilant about aftercare instructions, and plan to take a break from your normal activities to allow everything to heal. After ten days, much of the bruising and swelling will have dissipated, and any lingering effects can be concealed with makeup. After about three weeks, you’ll likely have no readily apparent signs that you ever had surgery, and can resume non-weight-bearing exercise. At three months, almost all swelling has gone down permanently, and the nose looks basically like the final result. It will take a year or two for the nose to totally settle into its new structure, but at three months, the vast majority of rhinoplasty recovery is complete.

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About Dr. Jonathan Sykes
Dr. Jonathan Sykes is a world-famous expert plastic surgeon who performs all cosmetic and functional plastic surgery procedures on the face and neck. He is a past president of The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and served on their Board of Directors for over 10 years. He is also a Professor Emeritus in Facial Plastic Surgery from UC Davis Medical Center, and the former Director of Facial Plastic Surgery at that institution. He is known as the expert’s expert, and is often called to consult and advise other plastic surgeons in both Northern California and Beverly Hills. He has a special interest in eyelid and browlift surgery, facial rejuvenation surgery, including facelifts and rhinoplasty.

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