Bulbous tip after rhinoplasty

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If your tip was initially good after surgery, it's likely that your body has put down some scar tissue which is making it look fuller.  A steroid injection probably won't make a significant difference at this time, as this works best when the scar tissue is actually in the process of forming (that is, within the first year after surgery).  I would recommend returning to your initial surgeon for an evaluation, bearing in mind that additional surgery may be advised.  Good luck.

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It's simply too hard to answer these questions online.  Rhinoplasty is a complicated procedure and both pre and postop pictures are necessary along with a complete examination and review of the operative report.  I suggest you see your original surgeon about your concerns.  If you are not satisfied with what he/she tells you then get a second opinion from another board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in rhinoplasty.  Good luck!

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The bulbous tip you are describing may be related to scar tissue development.  Bulbous tips can be due to several things: 1) the overlying thick skin envelope, and 2) the way the tip cartilages are shaped, and 3) scar tissue from previous surgery.  Usually #2 is easy to correct. Thick tissues are very difficult to thin without leaving unwanted depressions.  Sometimes the scar tissue can be removed as well, but it may be difficult.

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