After 11 months, the result that you are seeing most likely is the finished result. Irregularities of the tip can either be prominent edges of the nasal tip cartilages (and grafts) or excessive scar tissue. Speak with your surgeon about your concerns. Many times, a minor procedure in the office is all that it... more
Pea-sized nose tip bump after Rhinoplasty
I had Rhinoplasty 11 months ago. As the swelling at the tip went down, I started to notice a pea size bump on the right side at the fleshy part of the tip. Is that normal during healing? What can be done if it doesn't go away?
3 answers to “Pea-sized nose tip bump after...”
A: It is probably one of the tip cartilages.
It will not go away after 11 months. Return to your surgeon and he can often do a minor revision under local to correct the problem
A: Probably needs revision
After 11 months from your rhinoplasty you should start to see the final results of the tip. With the pea size bump that you notice on your nose I would have your surgeon look at it. It is possible that the cartilage will need a little revision to get the bump removed. At this time period I do... more
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