Nose Bridge Swelling or Permanent Hump?

asked 3 years ago by Lizzi in London, UK
Latest answer by D.J. Verret, MD
Question viewed 3,500 times
Tags: dorsal hump, swelling

I fractured my nose two years ago. Following septoplasty one year ago, I was unhappy with the broadness of my nose and what appeared to be a small bump to one side of my dorsum. I then had an infracture 3 weeks ago where the bump was found to be the roof of my nose so no rasping was needed. I am now worried about the asymmetry of my bridge. The bump has gone but now the other side of my nose looks to form a hump. Could this be swelling or does it look to be permanent?

6 answers to Nose Bridge Swelling or Permanent Hump?

Hump After Surgery

One month after surgery to evaluate subtleties in a rhinoplasty is too early. Swelling after rhinoplasty surgery can last a year. As always, if you are concerned with the look, I would speak with your surgeon about your concerns.

D.J. Verret, MD
Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty

It is difficult to say without seeing you in person. But, on the other hand it is way too early to tell if the nose has a problem. You have to wait for th swelling to dissipate.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Three weeks after surgery is no time for a post mortum.

At three weeks after surgery the swelling after rhinoplasty is just starting to resolve. For those who like numbers, 70% of the swelling still remains to be reabsorbed. So although one can start to make a judgment, even an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon may have little confidence in his opinion at this time. Unfortunately the waiting period after surgery is difficult and often trying. In a month from now you will be able to draw a firm conclusion.

Oakley Smith, MD
Toronto Facial Plastic Surgeon

Swelling in the nasal bridge or a permanent hump

The tissues of the nose are quite resilient but will fracture when subjected to great deal of force, typically more than 8 pounds of force. When this happens if there is minimal or no displacement of the cartilage or bones, you may experience swelling for a prolonged period of time but no permanent deformity. If the cartilage or bones are displaced, they may heal in this incorrect position and cause permanent deformity or a bump in your nose. Your best bet is to remember that the... more

B. Pat Pazmino, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Swelling after Rhinoplasty

Lizzi, An experienced surgeon would have difficulty evaluating your nose three weeks after surgery. Wait at least three months and then discuss your appearance with your surgeon. Good luck!

Richard W. Fleming, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Postoperative Nasal Swelling

Thanks for your question, Lizzi. It is really difficult to determine whether this is a case of postoperative swelling after nasal surgery. If it is swelling, you should be able to press on that spot for a few seconds and "press out" some of the edema. If this area feels firm and pointed then it is probably asymmetry in bone or cartilage. Thicker swelling can lead to scar formation so this should be looked at by your surgeon. Postoperative swelling in the supratip area is not... more

Henry Daniel Sandel IV, MD
Annapolis Facial Plastic Surgeon

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