Crooked nose 3 months after rhino/septoplasty. Is it swelling? (Photo)

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I had my surgery exactly 3 months ago to correct my septum and removed my dorsal hump. Although I am happy with my side profile I hate that my nose looks crooked :( does anyone have an recommendations? I really do not want to go through a revision. I've been trying to be patient as I've been told once the columella swelling goes down it will look way different. Any suggestions are welcomed :) I just hope it corrects itself!

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello,Unfortunately it does not look like swelling, but instead persistent septal curvature causing bridge and tip deflection. It will not correct it self. I do not recommend filler, it will make you nose look straighter, but too bulky. I would wait the prescribed period and get a revision with a revision rhinoplasty specialist. Best of luck.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thank you very much for enquire.It's too early to make value judgments with 3 months 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.Kind regards, Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Only 2 options: Revision surgery at 6 to 9 months postop. Or a non surgical rhinoplasty with HA fillers now.

Gaby D. Doumit, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your concerns with us. There is still some swelling and it might improve however it is difficult to predict whether it will fully correct. I advice you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon

Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) · Answer

Nasal tip asymmetry after rhinoplasty can result following rhinoplasty; after three months, it is unlikely that your tip will move back to the center; you can consider a nasal tip rhinoplasty under local to save you some money.

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Thank you for the question and the photos but this question should be directed to your surgeon as he knows what he did and where you should be at with your recovery.Dr. Corbin

Michael Elam, MD (retired) · Answer

Dear giannatay10, While you are still early on in the recovery phase and swelling is still present which will dissipate over the coming months this will unlikely correct itself. It appears that you may need some slight revision to the cartilages on your tip to correct your asymmetry. Speak with your surgeon regarding your concerns. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.

Crooked nose 3 months after rhino/septoplasty. Is it swelling? (Photo)

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