Tip Swelling or Bad Nose Job? (photo)

Dear Lucas, This is a common question asked after Rhinoplasty and it is just to soon to tell your final result. In male patients especially and depending on ethnicity the skin is thicker and it does take more time to resolve. The majority of your swelling approximately 70% dissipates during the first three months and the final 30% over the next seven months taking an entire year for your final results. The tip swelling is the last to resolve so be patient. Your surgeon is the... more

Dear Lucas, Based on the photos and your description, it seems that you have a thick nasal skin. Therefore, you should anticipate that your swelling takes a little longer than the average Rhinoplasty patient to resolve. Usually, the end-results of a rhinoplasty are established at about 12 months post-op. WIth that perspective, I recommend that you be a little more patient especially that you are half way down the race. Meanwhile, please do keep up with your surgeon's... more