How can I correct my nostril asymmetry after Rhinoplasty? (photos)

Thank you very much for enquire.It's too early to make value judgments with only 6 weeks after a rhinoplasty.Swelling after a rhinoplasty depends of the surgery complexity.In this regard, the nasal swelling Post-op It can last from two weeks to two months.To reduce this swelling, I recommend you perform delicates daily lymphatic drainage massage therapy over the face (around the nose) avoid sun exposure, and take pain/inflamation pills, as your surgeron precribe you.If after 6 months post op you keep the asymmetry i recommend you a secondary rhinoplasty.Kind regards, Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

At 6 weeks your tip is still swollen as you can tell by the numbness and stiffness you may feel in the tip tissues. For this reason you should wait to see how things progress.  You do not necessarily have to wait 1 year for a revision if the asymmetry persists and the swelling has resolved.  An open rhinoplasty revision to visualize the tip cartilages and determine the cause of the asymmetry would be required if this persists. 

Dear ccox4270,Thank you for your question as this is a common one. It is
not uncommon for asymmetric swelling after rhinoplasty surgery. Considerable changes
are observed between days 80-90 as lymphatics improve in their drainage. Simply
stated - things appear to be fine, but attention should be directed towards
your primary physician in this process.

Be healthy and be well,

James M. Ridgway, MD, FACS

Hai   Seen your pic 6 weeks post rhinoplasty some amount of tip swelling is noted not to worry as it is very premature to decide as the swelling will take atleast few weeks to reduce and for the results to be apparent will take 6 months to visualize .In the meantime you can consult your surgeon regarding steroid injections and tip massages, prior to redo procedure.

Dear ccox4270AT 6 weeks, there is still time for swelling to be present and the tip asymmetry to improve. Having said that, it appears that your have tip asymmetry. This is often a result of a series of correctable / improveable variables. My suggestion is to wait another 6 weeks and if not adequately improved consider revision. In my experience, this type of problem/revision can be performed as early as 6 months safely.

Yes, Revision tip/nostril/alar rim surgery at 6 months postop. At your early time after surgery can not recommend doing revisions yet!

Hi ccox4270-Sorry to hear about your nostril asymmetry.  Two issues right now:  1) it is still early, and things may change.  2) A thorough analysis of the cause, including looking at preoperative base view photos, comparing to now, and looking at your operative notes, will determine if this needs a full year prior to revision.  If you cannot connect with your surgeon, do try to find an accomplished revision specialist who can help determine what can be done for you.I hope this helps, and wish you the best.Dr. Most