I was so young when I had mine out, that I don't remember. But the scar tissue is now contributing to my sleep apnea, so I have to get that trimmed. PLus my one nostril needs trimming. Owch.ck2006 said:I feel for both of you, had it done when I was 9 and I still can remember coming home and my mom had roast beef supper and all I could eat was the mashed potatoes LOL