Hi. I had a rhinoplasty surgery a week ago to make my nose smaller, get rid of a bump, and add a feminine curve to my nose. Now I know everyone is going to tell me to wait and be patient however I got the cast off yesterday and almost burst out into tears. I know my nose is swollen but I absolutely hate the profile and the shape - my bump is still there it's just smaller! My PS says it's just swelling but isn't swelling more common in the tip? Could swelling cause a shape this imperfect?
February 7, 2018
Answer: Dorsal hump Thank you for the question. At one week post-op, swelling will be present. As you mentioned in many cases the swelling may be greater in the tip, but in some patients the dorsum may have noticeable swelling. Only time will tell if the dorsal profile will improve to meet your goals. If it does not, then a revision would generally not be performed for about one year. Try to be patient, and best of luck.
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February 7, 2018
Answer: Dorsal hump Thank you for the question. At one week post-op, swelling will be present. As you mentioned in many cases the swelling may be greater in the tip, but in some patients the dorsum may have noticeable swelling. Only time will tell if the dorsal profile will improve to meet your goals. If it does not, then a revision would generally not be performed for about one year. Try to be patient, and best of luck.
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February 7, 2018
Answer: 1 week post op It is difficult to adequately evaluate your pictures with the surgical tape still on. Furthermore, you said it :) its way to early to make any determinations regarding your final result. Even if something needed revised I would consider doing it until 9-12mo after your primary surgery as tips and nasal dorsums can be swollen for a long time. Communicate your concerns with your doctor and follow up as scheduled. Good luck
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February 7, 2018
Answer: 1 week post op It is difficult to adequately evaluate your pictures with the surgical tape still on. Furthermore, you said it :) its way to early to make any determinations regarding your final result. Even if something needed revised I would consider doing it until 9-12mo after your primary surgery as tips and nasal dorsums can be swollen for a long time. Communicate your concerns with your doctor and follow up as scheduled. Good luck
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