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Did my Surgeon Decrease my Projection of my Nose During my Rhinoplasty?

asked 1 year ago by Jesse1986
Latest answer by Richard W. Fleming, MD
Question viewed 907 times
Tags: nose tip, female, projection, results

I had a closed rhinoplasty a little over a month ago. I am unhappy with my results. My goals were to get rid of the bump on my bridge and bring in my projection. I feel like I still have too much projection and my tip seems too large now. I'm not sure the projection was even improved at all. Will a slight revision of my tip need to be done later?

17 answers to Did my Surgeon Decrease my Projection of my Nose During my Rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty, nasal surgery results

THe rsults from these and any procedure takes time. About 60% of swelling from nasal surgery goes away within two months but the rest takes about one year to go down. When the tip of your nose becomes soft and not numb, then you know that that is how it will be. So, be patient and ask ytour doctor exactly what was done and for reassurance. Watch my video!

Edward J. Domanskis, MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Nasal surgery

From your appearance at one month, it appears you have had a nice result from your rhinoplasty surgery. When viewing the nose on profile, patients should always consider the role their chin prolile plays in the overall result. A small chin implant may help your profile if the rhinoplasty alone did not achieve the result you desired.

Brent Moelleken, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Wait and enjoy

At least based on this one profile picture it looks like your surgeon has done a fantastic job and you have absolutely no reason to be unhappy. Furthermore, you are only a month out and the tip position changes in the first 3-4 months so it will drop back and down a bit. Your nose may look over projected to you because of the shape of your midface, maxilla and chin position. The most important thing is that based on this picture your nose looks great and you should enjoy it... more

Shervin Naderi, MD
Washington DC Facial Plastic Surgeon

Decreased Nasal Projection 1 Month after Rhinoplasty

Normal post-op swelling makes it impossible to evaluate your nose 1 month after rhinoplasty, especially in the nasal tip. Follow your surgeon's instructions - be patient for another 6-12 months.

Richard W. Fleming, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

The final result following a rhinoplasty will take time.

One month is not enough time to evaluate the results of a rhinoplasty. A minimum of 6 months, and preferably 12 months will be required for all the changes to occur and the final shape to become apparent. At this point just relax and let nature do it's thing. Even if furthere surgery is required, it is far too early to consider that.

Kevin F. Hagan, MD
Nashville Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty and Nose tip projection after

Hi Jesse; It is only one month since your operation. Please be patient as the nose will go through great deal of change over the next few month. As the swelling gets reduced with passage of time the tip projection and rotation may change. From this limited view, you maybe very happy after the resolution of swelling. Best,

Ali Sajjadian, MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

www.DrSajjadian.com

Projection of Nose After Rhinoplasty

Hi Jesse, It is still too early after your rhinoplasty to determine what you nose will look like when it settles. Your rhinoplasty surgeon has the best idea of what it should look like. At this point there is nothing to do but wait patiently. If after 12 months you are still dissatisfied, then consider revision. Good luck, be well, and hope that you get the nose that you desire. Dr. P

Michael A. Persky, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty is NOT an Instant Results Operation

Regarding: "Did my Surgeon Decrease my Projection of my Nose During my Rhinoplasty? I had a closed rhinoplasty a little over a month ago. I am unhappy with my results. My goals were to get rid of the bump on my bridge and bring in my projection. I feel like I still have too much projection and my tip seems too large now. I'm not sure the projection was even improved at all. Will a slight revision of my tip need to be done later?" Respectfully, I think your... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty: early results

Actually, from the one photo that you have provided, it looks like you have had a good result. It also can take several months or more for the tip to settle into its final position if alterations were made so I would recommend patience at this time.

Scott Trimas, MD
Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty

Just one month after surgery it is too early to start getting worried. It takes several months for the swelling to resolve and the tissues to settle. Based on your pictures, it looks like you are ahead of the curve in terms of recovery after surgery. Good Luck.

David Shafer, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Did my surgeon decrease my tip projection?

One month after surgery is too soon to tell your final results. Give it at least another month before being too critical. Your nose looks great for one month after surgery. If you still think the tip projects too much after 6 months, you may require a revision to get what you are looking for.

Amy T. Bandy, DO
Newport Beach Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty

Beautiful results at one month! The tip is very swollen and that may be the reason you feel the tip has the same projection. Give it time.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Nasal Tip Projection after Closed Rhinoplasty

For one month after closed rhinoplasty I think your nose looks very reasonable. It is very common for the swelling of the tip of the nose to be the last place the selling or edema resolves. As time goes on it will thin out and may achieve the end result you are looking for. At the current time it is much to early to make any decisions regarding revision surgery.

Christopher Tolan, M.D.
Saint Paul Facial Plastic Surgeon

Did my Surgeon Decrease my Projection of my Nose During my Rhinoplasty?

ONLY a month!!!! Wait for at least 6 months to a year. From your posted photos YOU LOOK MARVELOUS! From MIAMI Dr. Darryl J. Blinski

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Good early result...? chin enhancement?

Seen by itself, your nose looks really good especially so soon after the procedure. A well supported, projecting tip is attractive and will hold up better as you age. If you should consider any further surgery, you may consider a chin implant to better balance your profile rather than changing your nose!

Eric Sadeh, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Normal projection of the nose

Based on this picture, it looks like your nose tip is in a normal position and have a normal size. I don´t think that your tip position change in the next months.

Enrique Pedro Gagliardi, MD
Argentina Plastic Surgeon

One month after a rhinoplasty is too early to know your final result

Dear Jesse1986, Thank you or the photos, please give yourself the necessary time to heal before being to critical of your nose. This patience is one of the most difficult thing to do because you have put so much into this surgery. Have a talk with your surgeon and give yourself and your new NOSE time to heal. Best wishes