Rhinoplasty 15 days post op. Did something go wrong? (Photo)

Question

I had a very wide bridge with prominent bones and one that even stuck out on the left side. My bridge was narrowed and my bulbosed tip was reduced. My nose naturally turns, but I didn’t want to change that. I love my new nose! I am concerned however about my notrils. They look fine if I don’t flare them. When I flare them my right nostril looks how it did before surgery and my left is different. Hate it. Did something go wrong or should things return back to normal once I’m fully healed?

Paul S. Nassif, MD · Answer

15 days is still very soon after surgery, and swelling will influence the appearance of your result. In general, swelling can give the appearance of:
 
 1) Asymmetry  
 2) Irregularities 
 
 I would recommend giving it some time and see how you continue to heal, as the nose changes over time. Your surgeon should be able to answer any questions regarding healing, as he/she knows the details of your procedure. I hope this advice helps, and I wish you the best of luck.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

You need to have patience with your body as it begins to heal. The skin, bone and cartilage are all traumatized during surgery. Inflammation (swelling) is the normal response and will help your nose to heal and look beautiful in the end. If, one year from now, you are unhappy with your nose, then that is the time to think about a revision procedure. Right now, concentrate on other things you like to do and let your nose and under eyes take the time to heal. I hope this helps.

Philip J. Miller, MD, FACS · Answer

You have to give yourself some more healing time.  Your nose and surrounding areas are going to be swollen for a while and you should be consulting the surgeon that performed the procedure but give yourself some time before going back in so some of it can subside. It can take up to a year for final results.
Sincerely,
Philip J. Miller, MD, FACS Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Philip Solomon, MD, FRCS · Answer

Thank you for sharing your images.  It's quite normal and expected to have nostril asymmetry at this point in the recovery process.  You should see it settle down in another 10 weeks but swelling can take up to one year to completely resolve.  Try to be patient and be sure to share your concerns with your surgeon.Best of luck,Dr. Philip Solomon, Solomon Facial Plastic - Toronto, Canada

Rhinoplasty 15 days post op. Did something go wrong? (Photo)

Answers (4)

Answer: Rhinoplasty

Answer: Rhinoplasty

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Rhinoplasty

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

Rhinoplasty 15 days post op. Did something go wrong? (Photo)

Answers (4)

Answer: Rhinoplasty

Answer: Rhinoplasty

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Rhinoplasty

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.