I have a cold. I am sneezing, coughing and have congestion. Should I postpone surgery?

Loud music and vibrations should not affect your healing. I would recommend following all of the guidelines outlined by your surgeon, as this will result in the best recovery. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.  

Hi Meddow,You should consult with a few rhinoplasty experts.  An open approach rhinoplasty would likely help you achieve your goals.  Make sure to choose your rhinoplasty surgeon most carefully.  Good luck and be well.Michael Persky, MDEncino, CA

Based on the photographs and my knowledge of Dr. T's approach, I would suspect that the rib cartilage graft was the tissue used.

Alar creases after rhinoplasty are corrected with ear or septal cartilage grafts. This will "in pinch" your pinched tip. 

This question is probably best addressed in person. However, if you are having to pull on your cheeks or elevate your nostrils in order to improve your breathing, then it is likely that you still have at least some degree of nasal airway collapse or valve obstruction. I would discuss this with...