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My Nose is Getting Bigger After Rhynoplasty

asked 1 year ago by Grimesland NC in Grimesland NC
Latest answer by Richard W. Fleming, MD
Question viewed 1,471 times
Tags: big nose, massage, results

I had reduction Rhinoplasty to make the nose smaller about 3 month ago. After getting the splint off, I was happy cause my nose seemed small but now everytime I look in the mirror it seems to be getting bigger.My surgeon told me that massaging will help it, but its only making it worst and sore. Is this normal? should I stop massaging,and will it go down again?

15 answers to My Nose is Getting Bigger After Rhynoplasty

Nose Enlarging after Rhinoplasty

Temporary swelling is common 3 months after rhinoplasty, especially in patients with thick skin. If the swelling seems to be increasing, contact your surgeon - you may be massaging too hard or have a small infection. If an implant was used, this can cause an inflammatory reaction. Hopefully, all you have to do is be more patient.

Richard W. Fleming, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Rhinoplasty Swelling

Swelling for rhinoplasty can last a very long time. It is in a year's time that all of the swelling would be resolved. It is not unusual for you to have swelling at 3 months that fluctuates. Dr. ES

Earl Stephenson Jr., MD, DDS
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Talk to your surgeon

I would talk to my surgeon. If there is no infection I would just be patient. Sometimes there is some early thickening of the tissue due to the healing process. It takes an entire year for the nose to settle down after rhinoplasty. I cannot really determine anything more with limited information. Photos would help us also evaluate your condition.

Phillip Langsdon, MD
Germantown Facial Plastic Surgeon

Nose is getting bigger 3 months after surgery

I would discuss your concerns with your surgeon. It makes no sense why your nose would be getting bigger and why you would be experiencing some inflammatory response at this point in time. I t may help to review your photos as well.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Nose may appear Bigger after Rhinoplasty from Swelling

Hi Grimesland NC in Grimesland NC, As plastic surgeons have stated, swelling is very common after rhinoplasty. Typically, the nose may look better once the cast is removed, then gradually increases in size. Three months is still early, especially in patients with thicker skin or who have had more extensive rhinoplasty. Swelling after rhinoplasty is one of the most common questions. Thick skin usually holds edema and swelling longer than thin skin. The nose will continue to... more

Houtan Chaboki, MD
Washington DC Facial Plastic Surgeon

Reduction rhinoplasty - nose getting bigger

3 mo after surgery, most of your swelling should be gone. I would say that if rubbing your nose is making it sore, you are probably rubbing too hard or too much. I always tell patients that pain is your body's way of telling you "stop!" It's difficult to say what is going on with your nose without seeing your pre-op or post-op and current photos. I would really recommend you continue an open conversation with your surgeon. He/she will be... more

Catherine Huang-Begovic, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Nose Growing After Rhinoplasty in Patient Not Named Pinocchio

Hi Grimesland, Massage of your nose should not make it sore 3 months after rhinoplasty, perhaps you are massaging a bit too firmly Sven. You should have your physician examine your nose carefully to be sure that there is no infection or early cyst formation. Compare your photos to confirm if your nose is truly getting larger. Make sure that you tell the truth....I once had this patient named Pinocchio...just kiddin'. See your rhinoplasty surgeon. I h more

Michael A. Persky, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Postoperative swelling after rhinoplasty

Postoperative nasal edema is common after rhinoplasty and varies in amount and duration based on the extent of surgery, the skin thickness, and whether the nasal structure was increased or decreased in size. Patients with thick skin tend to have more swelling then patients with thin skin. When the nose is made smaller, the skin envelope still remains the same size; this often leads to more tissue swelling as it conforms to the smaller nasal structure.

William D. Losquadro, MD
Mount Kisco Facial Plastic Surgeon

3 months post-r hinoplasty

As you to more things and are more active, you may notice more swelling. The swelling of the nose may last for 6 months to a year.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

GIVE IT SOME TIME....

When you have a Rhinoplasty the first six months can be tough because of the swelling. Try to be patient as it will continue to get better and better. Sometimes surgeons will tape the tip of the nose for periods of time in the early healing due to excessive swelling. Make sure that there hasn't been any direct trauma to the area as this can cause problems with healing and distort it. Try to sleep on your back. Limit Yoga positions where you might be... more

Kimberly A. Henry, MD
Greenbrae Plastic Surgeon

Nasal Swelling after Rhinoplasty

If you were happy with the size of your nose after the splint came off tells me that swelling is the problem. Post-operative swelling can vary significantly between individuals. I have some patients "tape" their nose to control swelling. While steroids can also be very helpful, time is usually the treatment of choice for swelling.

Daniel Reichner, MD
Newport Beach Plastic Surgeon

My Nose is Getting Bigger After Rhynoplasty

In thirty + years I have NEVER heard of this. A posted photo would help advise. seek in person second opinions. From MIAMI Dr. Darryl j. Blinski

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Noses cannot get bigger three months after rhinoplasty

If your nose looked 'right' the week the splint came off it is unlikely that your nose has gotten larger over the last three months. Swelling is also unlikely though your nose will continue to soften and improve over the first year. Give up on the massage if it makes your nose sore. Sunscreen should be all that you need. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Swelling 3 Months After Rhinoplasty

Although it is highly unlikely that your nose is becoming significantly larger 3 months after Rhinoplasty, it is almost definite that you have some degree of postoperative swelling. Swelling goes down for months and even a year after Rhinoplasty, so don't be dismayed that you don't have your final result at 3 months. Massage can be helpful, if not too vigorous, but less important than patience.