I can't wait a year for a Revision Rhinoplasty, can six months be an adequate amount of time for another procedure?

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Right now, my life is on hold. I ruined my looks by electing to undergo rhinoplasty, and the results are terrible. Is six months an adequate span of time for the blood supply to fully return to the nose and the tissues to heal? I am in the midst of consulting a mental health professional to help cope with the mistake I've made. But every time I look in the mirror, I feel like I've ruined my looks. The issue isn't residual swelling, but the aesthetic that resulted from the procedure.

John Michael Thomassen, MD · Answer

You do not need to wait a set amount of time to undergo a revision.  If it is an issue that is plain to see and not due to swelling, then you could undergo a revision sooner.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Since you did not post any before vs after photos very hard to advise! I might try HA fillers to 'build up' your bridge to see if the result is acceptable to you. Best to seek want in person second opinions.

Daniel Greenwald, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

Sorry to hear about your struggle.  In general I recommend waiting a year for revision rhinoplasty, but this is not a hard and fast rule.  If there is a clear anatomic deviation earlier intervention might be warranted.  As a famous surgeon once said:Plastic Surgery is a battle between beauty and blood supply.Winning that battle requires patience and skill, so  it is important to get the opinion of a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery who has had a lot of experience with secondary and tertiary rhinoplasty.

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