The swelling decreases rapidly by 60% in the first 2 weeks, but the process is slower and takes more time for the remaining swelling. Avoiding salt and keeping the head elevated while sleeping helps the process. At the end of 3 months, 80% of the swelling goes down. At the end of 6 months, there is a reduction of 85% to 90%. The going down of the last 10% swelling may take the end of 1 year. This process works at different speeds for each patient. Following a salt-reduced diet 2 weeks before the surgery also helps the process.
Within 2 weeks after the operation, swelling and bruises disappear to a large extent. You can return to your normal life. For 3 months, avoiding salt and keeping the head elevated while sleeping helps the process. And at the end of 3 months, 80% of the swelling goes down. It may take up to 6 months for your skin to begin to settle onto the face properly. At the end of 6 months, there is a 90% reduction in swelling. At the end of 1 year, the remaining 10% swelling also goes down. This process works at different speeds for each patient.