7 months post rhinoplasty. Nostrils look more flared. What can be causing this? (photos)

Thank you for submitting your question and photos. When recovering from rhinoplasty, it's important to remember that the nose can continue to shift in shape and alignment throughout the following year. If you’re still unsatisfied with your results after this period, I recommend that you schedule an in-person consultation with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon, with expertise in rhinoplasty techniques. They will be able to assess your concern and surgical history to determine the best approach to help you achieve your aesthetic goals.

Hello! Thanks for your questions. At 7 months and with thick skin, there's still time for improvement. If the nostrils are too arched after your surgery, you may need a technique to lower them to decrease the columellar show. This can be done a couple different ways one of which is composite grafting from the ear. The shape of the nostril on the sides is harder to change. Sometimes, a base reduction can be performed but it depends on the width and flare at baseline. I often have patients tape and perform compressions to evoke changes in the nasal skin during healing. At the 12 month mark, it's often a suitable time to consider a revision. Hope this helps!