Still too early to see final Rhinoplasty result

Joseph Perlman, MD answers: Lumpy cartilage after open Rhinoplasty

I had an open Rhinoplasty three months ago, and I now have quite a bit of lumpy cartilage up my nose. Is this normal/part of the healing process? Is this scar tissue, and will it go away in time? I'm also not seeing any results yet and my nose still looks wide at the base.


Joseph Perlman, MD
8 months ago

Rhinoplasty may take up to a year to see the final result. This is especially true after an open rhinoplasty because there is more dissection and more possibility of scar tissue formation. At the same time, I find that gives me better results because I can actually see the cartilage that is being modified. You should keep regular appointments with your  surgeon over the first year to assess the progress, and if revisions are necessary. There are different options he can discuss with you.

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