I read that pressure makes your nose smaller (stupid I know now) so I started pushing my tip in wards, for a short time it seemed smaller so I continued. I then started holding my tip up and thinking it would raise the tip. I have done this for a few months now. The other day I noticed the top was really bulbous instead of it being pointy, it is slightly red and bulbous now. It has been like this for about a week now, have I permanently damaged my nose?, will it go back to normal or not?
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You will find that very few of us will have a splint on after rhinoplasty beyond one week. You might ask your surgeon again to clarify the need, or to confirm you understand the aftercare plan.
A polly beak deformity can arise from scar tissue in the supra tip area or from under dissection. It can also occur with swelling initially. Best to be seen in person.
Your rhinoplasty would not have generated loose skin under the eyes. Typically, once you've had a rhinoplasty that has been done well you start to focus on other things. Such is life! But have no fear. You still have some good options available. Consider tear trough...
