Length:
2 - 4 hours (depending on the extent of procedure)

Anesthesia:
General (occasionally local with sedation for smaller procedures)

In/Outpatient:
Usually outpatient

Side Effects:
Temporary swelling, bruising, some pain, mild bleeding from the nose

Risks:
Pain, bleeding, infection, incomplete improvement, breathing problems

Recovery:
Back to work with makeup: 1 - 2 weeks
More strenuous activity: 2 - 3 weeks

Final Appearance:
6 months for swelling to completely resolve (most swelling has resolved in 2 months)

Duration of Results:
Permanent

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