Over 10 months post op - will my bulbous nose correct itself with more time? (photos)

Question

My surgeon thinks the bump will go away but my nose still looks bulbous. It has been over ten months. Is there any hope or will it likely stay this way?

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

The reason I say this is because swelling tends to dissipate from the upper 1/3 of the nose before the lower 1/3 of the nose. In that regard, I feel that what you are looking at at the top of your bridge is likely permanent. An examination would be necessary to confirm this. If that small bump feels hard like bone and cartilage, it's not likely going to disappear. If this is causing you significant to satisfaction, please consider meeting with another reputable rhinoplasty specialist for a second opinion. Sometimes that can be very helpful. I wish you well moving forward, and thanks for this question. Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Bora Ok, MD · Answer

Hi from Istanbul! For noses with thicker skin, the refinement of the nasal tip can continue for up to 1.5 to 2 years post-op. Thus, at 10 months, it's still premature to judge the final outcome. That being said, it appears that you may benefit from an additional refinement and narrowing of the nasal cartilages might lead to a slimmer tip. If, after the first year, you are still not satisfied with the results, you may consider a revision surgery. Best of luck to you on your journey!

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

At ten months, your results are usually final.  If you do not like the tip then you will need a revision.  About 15% of rhinoplasty's need a revision so this is not an unusual occurrence.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question.
As far as I can see from your photos if the swelling has not yet passed 6 months after the surgery, it will be permanent, I definitely recommend revision surgery for you.
It would be better face to face consultation.Best regards!

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

Tip of the nose is the last to settle after rhinoplasty. It takes minimum of one year for result of rhinoplasty to mature, tip may take even longer. So, your result is not final and you can expect that will improve further. Taping of the tip and Supra tip area over night May speed up maturation and reduce swelling. Good luck.

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