Uneven nostrils 5 days after nose job. Is it swollen? (Photo)

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I had a rhinoplasty 5 days ago. I know its too soon, bit i'm a little bit ancious about how it looks. My two nostrils are sooo uneven. I cant see if its swollen or what. My doctor is on vacation... What do you think, will it be even one day?

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

This is very common due to swelling. It can be frustrating to go through rhinoplastic surgery and still have a “big” nose, but it is not a permanent condition. You need to have patience with your body as it begins to heal. The skin, bone and cartilage are all traumatized during surgery. Inflammation (swelling) is the normal response and will help your nose to heal and look beautiful in the end. If, one year from now, you are unhappy with your nose, then that is the time to think about a revision procedure. Right now, concentrate on other things you like to do and let your nose take its time to heal. I hope this helps.

Joseph M. Pober, MD, FACS - Account Suspended · Answer

You report that your rhinoplasty was 5 days ago. It's very likely that the unequal nostrils are due to swelling. This may require about a year to resolve completely. In my practice,  I like to employ tape to encourage early contour of soft tissue to translate or reflect  the underlying cartilaginous and bony sculpting.
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Joseph M Pober, MD ,FACS
Harvard trained plastic surgeon
Chief of Plastic Surgery, HackensackUMCPV

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