Osteomosis, my nose is very wide and flat. Will it narrow if ostemosis wasn’t preformed after my hump removal? (photo)

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My doctor removed my hump, my nose is extremely wide and flat when I run my finger on it. I got my surgery Jan 3rd.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

The bridge of your nose is like an "A-Frame" roof top, and removing the bump may lead to widening, also called an "open roof". A month postoperative may be too soon to evaluate your nasal width. Certainly discuss your concerns with your rhinoplasty specialist to see what might be best for you moving forward. Hope this helps! Dr Joseph

Andrew Miller, MD · Answer

It is a little hard to tell from the photos, but swelling is definitely normal at this point in the recovery process. Be sure to discuss your questions with your surgeon and if the wideness doesn't settle down to your liking, then it is always possible to seek another opinion with a rhinoplasty specialist.

James C. Marotta, MD · Answer

Osteotomies (controlled cuts or fractures of the nasal bones) are routinely performed after hump removal to close the "open roof" created when a hump is removed.   Imagine your nose is a house with a triangular roof.  If a portion of the roof is removed, you will now have a square or flat roof.  The "walls" of the nose need to be brought in to recreate the normal anatomy and narrow the nose.  Flat spots or a poorly defined nose can result without this critical step.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

You are still very swollen and you have to give it time to heal. Be patient with the results,. Good luck.

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