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Rhinoplasty - Not Symmetrical 9 Months Post-Op

asked 1 year ago by suzyq4567 in oklahoma
Latest answer by Richard W. Fleming, MD
Question viewed 906 times
Tags: female, asymmetry, crooked

Hi there, I had Rhinoplasty over 9 months ago now and my nose is somewhat crooked. On one side, my nose looks great, on the other side the nostril is either upturned too much or too big and tip is too big. Also in the middle part it seems crooked and looking straight on it looks crooked. What happened? I spoke with surgeon and he says its fine but I disagree. Any advise would be greaty appreciated. Thanks!

7 answers to Rhinoplasty - Not Symmetrical 9 Months Post-Op

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Asymmetrical nose after rhinoplasty.

Get a second opinion from an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon who can examine your nose and give you an informed opinion.
Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

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Nasal Asymmetry 9 Months after Rhinoplasty

You do have some nasal asymmetry or deviation 9 months after your rhinoplasty. I recommend you see a surgeon experienced in revision rhinoplasty, although it may be too soon to have any additional surgery if that is necessary.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Special lighthing to see crooked nose: is it worth revising?

I understand your concerns and I do see some increased fullness on your left side of the nose. Any surgery involves risk and at this point, you could consider another surgery but there is no guarantee that it will "nail it". The surgery could also overcorrect or undercorrect your problem and does involve some risk. I would really sit down and assess your goals. IF you need special lighting ( in the picture) to illustrate the problem, it may not be worth the risk. more
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Asymmetry after rhinoplasty

Your picture really doesn't help much, since your concerns don't show up enough for us to see them.  It might help to add a closer view, with normal lighting. In any case, mild asymmetries can clearly occur after surgery, and what you see at 9 mos will likely still bother you at a year.  Classic teaching tells us that patients should wait that first full year to let all contours heal, so you do have the option to wait.  However, I would suggest you get a second... more
Kevin Robertson, MD

Madison Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Sooner Rhinoplasty

Well a couple of things.  The picture is too dark.  I would send a better picture if you could.  Secondly according to the laws of rhinoplasty after year results are final.  I really do not see the nostril issue you reference again the bridge of the nose has too many shadows to make an intelligent comment. Dr. ES 
Earl Stephenson Jr., MD, DDS

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon
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Nose Not Symmetrical 9 Months After Rhinoplasty

Hi Suzyq, I would leave your nasal tip alone for some additional time.  It is easy enough for a rhinoplasty specialist to use a little injectable filler in the proper place (left side) and amount (very little) to give your nose a straighter appearance on frontal view.  With time, if your tip does not improve, then a revision may be in order.  Good luck and be well. Dr. P 
Michael A. Persky, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty Results

It is very difficult to tell from the photos you have but at this point I would sit tight for another 3 months.  Your results will probably not change much between now and then but if you were considering doing anything about it, a wise surgeon would want you to wait until you are atleast 1 year out from your surgery. Good luck.
Farbod Esmailian, MD

Orange County Plastic Surgeon

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