13 Months After Rhinoplasty and my Tip is Swollen and Big? (photo)

     If you had the dorsal hump removed, did you also have tip work done?  A preop photo would help in this case.  Subtle tip refinement could be considered.  Find the plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs hundreds of rhinoplasties each year.  Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

This is probably your final result from a primary rhinoplasty.  If you are not happy at this point, it's time for a discussion with your surgeon about revision.  

Yes you need tip revision to improve the result. And you have waited long enough for FULL healing of the primary operation. 

It is unusual to have swelling one year after surgery. Your before picture would have been helpful. You would be a good candidate for tip rhinoplasty.

Does the tip feel firm? Was your tip operated on during surgery? If it some residual swelling the an injection of Kenalog 40 (high concentration) might shrink it. Go and see your surgeon.

 

David Ellis Toronto Facial Plastic Surgeon at Art of Facial Surgery

 

 

Although we frequently say that a patient must wait a year to see the final result, in some individuals with thick skin it may take 12-18 months. Admittedly I'm making an internet diagnosis but you may need a revision of your tip in the future.