Will I be swollen?

Swelling is impossible to avoid. Your cheeks will be swollen for approximately one to two weeks after surgery, but this is often only noticeable to the patient. Your nasal skin, though, will be swollen for longer, and this is extremely important for patients to remember. It may take months for the swelling at the tip of your nose to resolve, and the final result will not be seen until the swelling is gone. This waiting period can be frustrating for some patients. We will give you many suggestions about minimizing swelling, and helping it to resolve as quickly as possible.