Hello and thanks for your question. In general, it takes about 6 weeks for cartilage and bone modifications in rhinoplasty to heal and be stable. Skin and mucosal incisions are healed and stable more quickly, although scar maturation goes on for about a year or so. In terms of swelling, about 2/3 to 3/4 of the swelling of the nasal tip is gone by about 6 weeks postop, and the residual swelling gradually resolves over the first postop year. Keep in contact with your surgeon. If needed, a revision rhinoplasty can be done after about a year. All the best.
Hello, and thanks for your question. In a cephalic trim, the upper part (i.e. closer to the root of the nose than the tip of the nose) of the lower lateral cartilage (the cartilages in the nasal tip) are resected. At least 6 mm of the cartilage should be left in place for structural support and stability. This technique can help to refine the nasal tip.
Hello, and thanks for your question. You appear to have a septal deviation that is causing the deviation of the nose to your left and the nostril asymmetry. A septoplasty should improve this. I would advise consultation with an experience rhinoplasty surgeon.
Hello, and thanks for your question. The first thing I would suggest you determine is exactly what features of your nose bother you, and their order of importance to you. That matters more than what anyone else may think. Once you have figured that out, then seek consultation with an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon, who should be able to hear your concerns and goals and then advise you on how best to achieve those goals. From your photos, it does seem that dorsal hump reduction and tip refinement, with adjustment of the alar-columellar relationship (the position of the nostril rim in relation to the central tissue between the nostrils) may be helpful. Patients with clearly identified concerns and goals, realistic expectations, and good overall health are excellent candidates for rhinoplasty.
Hello, and thanks for your question. It is not possible to assess for inverted v deformity on lateral photos. Front view photos are needed. You should discuss your concerns with your rhinoplasty surgeon.
