I got my primary rhinoplasty in December 2023. It seems that my doctor shaved down the bone but didn’t do much with the tip. My nose looks over projected and upturned for my face. Also there’s a bump on the side from the frontal view. I have brought up my concern and doctor offered to deproject my nose in-office, which I do not feel safe about. Please see all photos.
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November 18, 2024
Answer: Your tip is a bit over projected, and your bridge is a bit low.
Hi, It is better for you to consult with your facial plastic surgeon who can examine you and give you opinion based on examination. Usually you will get 80% of the final result by 3 months after surgery and it will continue to improve up to 1 year.
12 months is a time course that many surgeons will discuss with patients, however this is a generalization based on most patient's healing course. Every patient is different and healing is different for everyone. The decision for considering a revision is specifically what needs to be...
