6 months post-op - When can I expect to see final results, and is it possible for significant change to still occur? (Photo)

Thank-you for your query. The average time for seeing final results after an open rhinoplasty is about one year. However, I have seen improvement even after this time especially in individuals with thick skin. One useful clue is that when the variation between morning and evening as well as between different postures is no longer there, most of your swelling has gone. Please be patient and follow your surgeon’s instructions. You should have a good result. All the best!

Hi Joan! There is definitely time for improvement to occur. I often tell my patients that final changes aren't present until the 10-12 month (sometimes longer!). The tip and front view are often the slowest to notice changes. I have my patient perform compressions for swelling, tape nightly, and I will inject steroids to assist with contouring. Hope this is helpful!

Thank you for your question. It can take over a year to see the final result of a rhinoplasty. The thicker the skin, the longer it takes to see the result. Trust the process, and in time you'll have a better idea of where things settle. All the best!
-Dr. P