I Am 11 Months Post Op, is my Nose Scooped? My Nose is Also Wider Than Pre Op.

Dear Eliza,


I think that 11 months out, you are not going get much more change

The frontal view does look more refined though

You will probably need a revision if you would like further changes so you should talk to your surgeon


Best regards,

Nima Shemirani

Reviewing your posted photos, though at differing distances I see improvement. But was this from the tip part of the operation or the steroid injections?? Best to seek ONLY in person detailed evaluations in order to obtain an answer. 

The photos that you have shared do show changes in the appearance of your nose. As you have described, the profile of your nose does have a scooped out appearance and the tip of the nose is more rounded. The middle 1/3 of your nose on the postop frontal view is definitely wider than the preoperative view. Additional steroid injections injections will not affect the underlying cartilage and bone. However, it may create over-thinning of the skin and subcutaneous tissues resulting in more challenges if you decide to undergo a revision to improve the appearance of your nose. 

Thank you for your question and photos. Best of luck.

 

Gregory C. Park, M.D.