9 Month Post-op Rhinoplasty, and Nose is Still Sore to the Touch?

Dear Suzy,

 

Usually, a 12-14 months period is required so all swelling is resolved and to obtain the final results of the Rhinoplasty.

Some patients with thicker skin use couple of additional months for swelling to subside.

 

Without your photographs and physical examination, it is hard to give you an exact diagnosis of your current status.

 

I encourage you to keep your surgeon in the loop of your progress.

In case a revision is to be considered, it is best performed when complete recovery is established.

 

Best of luck to you and thank you for your question.

Dr. Sajjadian

Hello,It is quite unusual to have such significant pain this far along in your healing process. I recommend getting a post op consultation with a board certified facial plastic surgeon to see if you there is anything wrong. A droopy tip can sometimes occur after a rhinoplasty, but can be easily fixed. Ask your doctor if there is something that can be done. All the best, Deepak Dugar, MDScarless Rhinoplasty ExpertBeverly Hills, CA 90210

Some discomfort may still be present 9 months after rhinoplasty, but significant pain and tenderness are unusual. It could be just a musculoskeletal pain due to surgical trauma.  Make sure there is no redness, swelling, or discharge which could signify an infection.

Tip ptosis, or "droopy tip", is a fairly common and unfortunate sequela of rhinoplasty. It is impossible to comment further on this as you did not provide any pictures.  It would be a good idea to share your concerns with your surgeon.