Differentiating between a pollybeak and swelling?

It is always difficult to assess the final result so early in the healing process.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Swelling after rhinoplasty is expected for up to a year.  This is is test of patience for both the patient and the board certified plastic surgeon.  After this time period, the "bump" in  your supratip area will either be gone due to resolution of your swelling, or remain and the cause will be obvious at that time.  

At 3 months after rhinoplasty surgery, swelling and skin adaptation is not complete. At 9 to 12 months after surgery, the cause of your supratip fullness (if it remains) will be evident by then.

At 3 months your nose is still going to be swollen. It will take another 6-9 months for it to settle. Best of luck with your healing.  

It is too early for your to differentiate between swelling and a poly beak deformity.  Rounding of the tip of the nose is very common in the early stages of recovery and healing.  

Wait a full 6 months to assess the results.  You can have your surgeon take pictures every 4-6 weeks and compare over time to see the trend:  When the contours stop changing you will have your final result.