Options to correct uneven nostrils after Rhinoplasty?

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8 answers to “Options to correct uneven nostrils...”

A: Waiting, Anticipating

By Kenneth R. Francis, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Ms. Miami, As you have now heard many times, you must wait at least 6 months and preferably a full year before considering rhinoplasty revision. It will take that long for swelling and scarring to settle down. Good luck!

A: Too soon to tell

By William Portuese, MD - Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

Since it has only been 11 days since your rhinoplasty surgery, it is not a good idea to have revision rhinoplasty or alarplasty done at this point. There is definitely swelling in the nose that needs to subside before embarking on any revision surgery. An alarplasty on the large side can also reduce the size... more

A: You need not to touch it.

By Scott E. Kasden, MD - Dallas Plastic Surgeon

Talk to your rhinoplasty surgeon. A lot of complex delicate structures have been surgically manipulated. Pulling, etc may break the structures or sutures, and damage beyond repair, your nose. Some of this may be due to swelling, and some may be able to be manipulated by your doctor who knows... more

A: Rhinoplasty and Uneven Nostrils 11 Days After Surgery

By Michael A. Persky, MD - Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Hi Ms. Miami, You really need to wait some time (4 to 6 months) before even considering revision rhinoplasty. It is not uncommon for nostrils to be uneven during the first weeks after surgery. Do not attempt to dilate your nostrils with compressed cotton or any other device that you may find on late... more

A: Keep waiting after Rhinoplasty

By Behrooz Torkian, MD - Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Dear MsMiami, As you have already heard, you still need to be patient on this point. There may be a difference now that is not visible later, once the swelling has gone away. Regarding streching (splinting), I would not recommend doing this until being advised by your surgeon. Although splinting does work... more

A: Too soon to make any judgement.

By Toby G. Mayer, MD - Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

You need to wait 6-12 months and then decide. It is too soon due to the swelling to make any decision about unevenness of the nostrils.

A: You could certainly massage the smaller rim

By Manish H. Shah, MD - Denver Plastic Surgeon

As you are very early in your postoperative course, you will have significant amounts of swelling especially in the nostril areas. I have patients massage the nostrils if they feel they are too thick. It typically is effective and not dangerous to the healing of the nose. It gives a patient a small measure of... more

A: 11 days is very soon to be getting worried

By David Shafer, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Final results from rhinoplasty take weeks to months to see. 11 days post-op is very early and you really should not be worried at this point. Wait for the swelling to resolve and the tissues to settle. That said, you may need a revision on the nostrils, but this will usually make them... more