Upturned pig-like nose after Rhinoplasty

Since it has only been three days after your rhinoplasty surgery, the nose will look turned up, most likely from swelling, in the initial postoperative phase. No decision can be made about revision nasal surgery at this point until approximately one year has passed. The nose does settle down after a... more

Having a down turned nose to start with and then wanting it raised a bit is something that can easily be done in Rhinoplasty surgery. It may look over corrected during the early post-op period but usually settles down when the swelling subsides. Give it some time to heal before getting too alarmed.

Rhinoplasty is like fine wine. The results your plastic surgeon created in the operating room often take up to a year to finally see on your face. Most certainly, 3 days is too brief a time to make a judgement as to the outcome. The subsequent recovery time may be difficult at first but patience can be very... more

My colleagues are right - 3 days is too early to judge your final results.  Swelling, sutures, taping and splints can alter the initial shape.  It is not uncommon for the tip to drop during the healing process.  After 8 to 12 weeks, if you are still not happy with the tip rotation, discuss a... more

I believe you stated that you had rhinoplasty 3 days ago. Wait until at least your doctor has the chance to remove splint and stitches, and then judge the result. If you have the trust in your doctor to let him operate on you, at least wait until he sees you, and then discuss your concerns.

Your surgeon should have explained that final results from rhinoplasty can take a while.  If you did your homework and you trusted your surgeon, you need to give the surgery a chance to heal, three days isn't it.  A little turn-up of the tip after surgery can be normal and temporary. Most... more

Having your nose slightly upturned immediately after rhinoplasty is a normal occurrence. This happens because swelling tends to pull the tip upwards and pull the columella downwards somewhat. If your nose is taped, the tape can also contribute to this effect. Don't be too concerned just yet. This will get... more

I totally understand your feeling of panic- I would feel the same way. Obviously, I haven't examined you but let me give you at least some reassurance.  First, you are shocked because you have never seen your nose like this before, so ask a friend who will be honest with you for an opinion. That may help... more

Dear New Lady: If your rhinoplasty was only 3 days ago, then I assume that your nose is still taped and in a splint.  The area under your nose is also swollen.  All of these factors make your nose appear to be turned up excessively.  This is a common concern at your stage of the recovery. ... more

Hopefully what you describe is just temporary.  Oftentimes, the nose will settle, and the tip will drop back down to a more natural position. Unfortunantely, this may take a few weeks.  Massaging the tip and bridge of the nose downward will also help.  In the outside chance it doesn't correct... more