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Will Nostrils Be Symmetric Once Rhinoplasty Swelling Subsides?

asked 3 years ago by miki33 in pristina, Kosovo
Latest answer by Richard W. Fleming, MD
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I had a septo-rhinoplasty 12 days ago, and my nostrils are uneven. I have noticed it a day after packing removal (day 5). Even though my doctor tells me it's just a swelling problem and the asymmetry will be gone soon, I'm really scared that something is wrong with my septum. Before surgery, I had an un-noticeable deviated septum, my nose was straight, and my nostrils were symmetric. I really need your answers to my problem. Can I hope for symmetry after swelling is off, after a month, maybe? Thank you in advance!

3 answers to Will Nostrils Be Symmetric Once Rhinoplasty Swelling Subsides?

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Swelling and being a 'patient' patient!

Your doctor is giving you the only advice there is right now. It's much too early to tell if there's a problem with your nose at this point. When the swelling subsides you and your surgeon will have a much better idea of what the final outcome will be. In the meantime you'll just need to relax a bit and know that time is on your side. Keep this picture and compare to pictures you'll take in several months. You should notice a remarkable difference due solely to the reduction of swelling... more
H. Steve Byrd, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
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Asymmetry will get better once swelling subsides

Since it has only been 12 days since your rhinoplasty, your nostrils are very swollen and could be uneven. Unfortunately, you had packing placed inside your nose. The swelling and asymmetry in the nose should get better as time goes on and should subside once swelling goes away. Full healing takes a year after a rhinoplasty.
William Portuese, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

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Asymmetry after Rhinoplasty

Asymmetry of swelling is very common after any surgical procedure.  Your patience will be rewarded. You will see significant changes over the next several weeks. Appearance will continue to improve for 6-12 months.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

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