Will accidentally hitting the nose affect Rhinoplasty results?

I had my Rhinoplasty surgery done about 8 weeks ago. However, I don't know whether 6 weeks post-op is fully healed or just some strength regained. Today, I was acccidentally hit in the nose by my friend's shoulder. It was pretty hard but not extremely hard. I have not seen any big changes to the shape but there's a little difference that's visible. It may be the swelling caused by the impact. Is it safe to say it wont move at this point? Should I worry? Is it fixable, and will it ever look as good if I was to have surgery again? Please help.

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3 answers to “Will accidentally hitting the nose...”

A: Trauma After Rhinoplasty

By Richard W. Fleming, MD - Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

The appearance of a nose will continue to change for more than 8 weeks after surgery. The change noted after trauma may be secondary to swelling which will resolve. It is always possible for a person to break their nose, whether or not they've had nasal surgery. Certainly you are more vulnerable during the... more

A: Your Rhinoplasty results probably okay

By John Diaz, MD - Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

The bones should be pretty well healed after 4-6 weeks after surgery. Usually, when someone breaks their nose, it is pretty obvious. Having said that, I always think it it best to be examined by your surgeon. It is impossible to know for sure unless you undergo a complete exam by the surgeon who operated... more

A: Injury to post rhinoplasty (nose job) result

By Otto Joseph Placik, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Without photos and an examination, it is impossible to tell. In any event, the bones should be well healed by 6 weeks but this does not mean that you did not fracture them. TYpically swelling will improve within 4-7 days. You need to have your nose re-assessed at this point to determine if there was any... more