Cast just removed and nose/ bridge off center? Tip and bridge pointing/ leaning to the left? (photos)

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Surgery six days ago and cast removed yesterday. Nose is off center...it sits more/ leans on the left side. The tip also points to the left. Could swelling really be a factor in the nose being overall off center?? I understand I need patience but need reassurance my issue is swelling and not a bad cast placement or bones not healing straight, or whatever else.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thank you very much for enquire.It's too early to make value judgments with only 1 week post op after a rhinoplasty.Swelling after a rhinoplasty depends of the surgery complexity.In this regard, the nasal swelling Post-op It can last from two weeks to two months.To reduce this swelling, I recommend you perform delicates daily lymphatic drainage massage therapy over the face (around the nose) avoid sun exposure, and take pain/inflamation pills, as your surgeron precribe you.Kind regards, Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Tanveer Janjua, MD · Answer

The nasal bones of malleable for up to 3 weeks after surgery.  You can stand front of a mirror and push on the nasal bones to move them to your desired location.  You have to apply gentle pressure for a while and do it several times during the day.RegardsDr. J

Sirius K. Yoo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos.  As you suspect, it is too early to make solid judgements about the shape of your nose.  Swelling and sometimes asymmetric swelling will obscure the true contour that will reveal itself as the inflammation subsides.  Make sure you express your concerns to your surgeon.  All the best!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

One photo shows your concern clearly ,but the other does not?  You should review with your surgeon, but it is likely something that he will assess and watch over time.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Though I agree with your assessment You MUST allow at last 3 to 6 months healing before considering revision surgery......

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