Could a rasp procedure improve my dorsal hump? What are the risks? (Photo)

Thank you for posting your question and series of photos. During a revision rhinoplasty procedure, you aren’t required to change any of the features of your nose that you’d like to keep intact. Since you’re only interested in reducing the appearance of the dorsal hump, nasal rasps can be used to file it down safely while preserving the rest of your nose structure.
However, being that the rhinoplasty recovery phase can last up to one year, most surgeons suggest waiting until after this point to make any further cosmetic changes. I recommend maintaining in-person contact with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon who can assess your surgical history and aesthetic goals.

Good Evening! A rasp procedure to improve the hump is a great option. You're correct, though, that there is a chance for creating irregularity any time we attempt a revision - no matter how small. When rasping, we're filing bone down and you can create unintentional inflammation in the area. If you're pleased overall with your nose at 8 months, give it some more time to see if any improvements are seen. I recommend waiting a minimum of 8-12 months before talking about a minor nasal revision. Hope this helps you!

If you are pleased with the appearance of your nose you should simply be happy. Aside from that, the residual fullness on the dorsum can be managed with a small rasp under local anesthesia without any risk of widening the appearance of your nose.