Healing is always prolonged after revision surgery. It has been only 11 weeks since the operation. You are concerned; therefore schedule a followup appointment now. I encourage patients to call if they feel uncertain; it's OK if we later agree the call was unnecessary.
Asymmetry after Rhinoplasty permanent or just from swelling?
I have now had two Rhinoplasty surgeries and I am concerned about the asymmetry of my nose to one side of my bridge. The side which is 'swollen' feels hard and stiff, whereas the other side feels and looks normal. At 11 weeks, is this likely to be permanent or could it just be swelling? I don't have another appointment with the department for another 2 months, so I could really do with some insight as to what it could be and whether or not I will need another operation, if they will allow me to.
4 answers to “Asymmetry after Rhinoplasty...”
A: Recovery From Revision Rhinoplasty
Recovery from revision rhinoplasty usually takes longer than the first surgery -- especially for the amount of swelling and the length of time that swelling persists. Frequently, the tip of the nose after revision rhinoplasty looks large, feels firm, or may look asymmetric. This is because of swelling (edema)... more
A: Swelling is common 11 weeks after rhinoplasty.
Dear Lizzi, I read your question and reviewed your pictures. I'm not sure whether the fullness of your bridge will be permanent. There appears to be some redness and swelling of the area, but your best resource will be your surgeon. Make an appointment to be seen sooner than 2 months. You might get... more
A: Asymmetry after rhinoplasty
Hello Lizzi, At almost three months after your revision rhinoplasty you shouldn't have much gross swelling. Having said that, there could still be some bone remodeling going on and the thickness of the skin may take up to a year to settle back down to normal. I can see a bit of a difference on... more
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