How Soon Can I Have Revision Rhinoplasty?

Some of the concerns after rhinoplasty (swelling, residual hump, excess width) will improve over time so it is a good idea to wait. Other problems (dents, asymmetry, pinching) will likely get worse over time so it is better to wait and see the full extent to which these problems develop.

The general consensus among rhinoplasty specialists is that a patient wait for 12 months before proceeding with any revision. The reason for this is that it can take 12 months (or longer) for the majority of the post-operative swelling to subside and for scar tissue to mature. However, this one year time-period is somewhat arbitrary and in certain situations, surgery may be performed a little bit earlier. This must be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and depends on the severity of the deformity and the amount of residual swelling present in the nose.
Speak with your surgeon about your concerns regarding the timing and your insurance/cost. If you do not feel comfortable with the surgeon who performed your first surgery, you should seek the advice of a rhinoplasty specialist who has expertise in secondary (revision) rhinoplasty.