4.5 Weeks After Rhinoplasty, my Tip is Too High and Nostrils Show Too Much, What Should I Do?

You need to have patience with your body as it begins to heal. The skin, bone and cartilage are all traumatized during surgery. Inflammation (swelling) is the normal response and will help your nose to heal and look beautiful in the end. Right now, concentrate on other things you like to do and let your nose and under eyes take the time to heal. It can take up a year for your final results. I hope this helps.

I read your concerns.

You're still very early in the post-operative period, and your tip may still drop a bit with time. If your nostril margins are retracted causing too much nostril show, a well performed Injectable Filler treatment may be helpful in lowering the height of your nostrils. My personal preference is to use Silikon-1000, an off-label filler for permanent results. It's tough to tell if this would be appropriate for you without a photo showing your concern.

I hope this is helpful for you.

Regards from NJ.

The nose undergoes significant changes in the many weeks after rhinoplasty. At 3 months you will have a general idea of its final coniguration, at 6 months a better idea, and by a year you will see 90% of your result. Much to early to judge now. The tip may very well drop with time (as is most typical). Stay in touch with your surgeon. Keeping the conversation open will suit you best!