Can Nose Tip Move to One Side After Rhinoplasty?

November 1, 2008
Asked By:jeniffer in Yerevan, Armenia

I am on 3,5 month after rhinoplasty (with straightening of nasal septum). Lately, the tip (started apx. from center of the nose) visibly moved to one side. Since sweelling still remains, I'm hopining that it's just asymmetrical come downs of it. Is there any possibility that it's a complication, and how often such things are observed in practice? I am going to visit the sergeon, but for some reasons your opinion is very important to me! Thank you very much in advnce.

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November 13, 2021

Answer: Nasal tip deviation can happen

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Answer: Nasal tip deviation can happen

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February 17, 2009

Answer: Nasal tip re-correction depends on prior Rhinoplasty

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Answer: Nasal tip re-correction depends on prior Rhinoplasty

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January 30, 2009

Answer: Shifting & migration of the nasal tip & bridge can occur during the healing phase

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January 30, 2009

Answer: Shifting & migration of the nasal tip & bridge can occur during the healing phase

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November 4, 2008

Answer: Patience is still a virtue

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Answer: Patience is still a virtue

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November 3, 2008

Answer: Swelling or scar contracture can cause this

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Answer: Swelling or scar contracture can cause this

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