5 months after Asian Rhinoplasty w/ rib graft, unhappy because long nasal tip. Any suggestions? (photos)

Question

I had Asian rhinoplasty to raise bridge using rib graft. I'm really unhappy w my nose. I feel I look like gonzo. I hate the way my nasal tip seems so much longer now but I know for sure nothing was done to the tip. Now all I see is the nose. Is this swelling? Will the nose tip shrink in size?

Andrew L. Greensmith, MBChB, FRACS · Answer

it looks like your tip has been pushed too low by the rib graft - this can be revised fairly easily by an experienced surgeon

Alejandro Nogueira, MD · Answer

I think your result is pretty good, well balanced and well chosen dorsal rib cartilage, tailored and applied with mastery; if any criticism I'd say it is slightly visible, at the edges, this might have easy correction with a temporalis fascia graft as onlay blanket to hide it.If you wish further tip refinement do discuss with your excellent surgeon.Your nasal length is optimal as well.

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question, and for posting pictures. While the pictures do suggest a long nasal tip, it is overall too early to evaluate your results. Rhinoplasty patients need up to 12 months for the nose to fully heal, at which point the patient can evaluate their results and discuss with their board certified facial plastic surgeon.

Best wishes,

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thank you very much for enquire.

Swelling after a rhinoplasty depends of the surgery complexity.In this regard, the nasal swelling Post-op It can last from two weeks to two months.To reduce this swelling, I recommend you perform delicates daily lymphatic drainage massage therapy over the face (around the nose) avoid sun exposure, and take pain/inflamation pills, as your surgeron precribe you.Kind regards, Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Jeff Angobaldo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  An examination would be needed to help answer your question.  Swelling will last for at least a year.  Discuss your concerns with your surgeon.  Best wishes

5 months after Asian Rhinoplasty w/ rib graft, unhappy because long nasal tip. Any suggestions? (photos)

Answers (8)

Answer: Swelling , some advices:

Answer: Swelling , some advices:

Answer: 5 months after Asian Rhinoplasty w/ rib graft, unhappy because long nasal tip. Any suggestions

Answer: 5 months after Asian Rhinoplasty w/ rib graft, unhappy because long nasal tip. Any suggestions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Asian Rhinoplasty

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

5 months after Asian Rhinoplasty w/ rib graft, unhappy because long nasal tip. Any suggestions? (photos)

Answers (8)

Answer: Swelling , some advices:

Answer: Swelling , some advices:

Answer: 5 months after Asian Rhinoplasty w/ rib graft, unhappy because long nasal tip. Any suggestions

Answer: 5 months after Asian Rhinoplasty w/ rib graft, unhappy because long nasal tip. Any suggestions

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Asian Rhinoplasty

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.