I had rhinoplasty done 6 months ago & I'm concerned about the swelling & my nose tip, that area is really swollen also. On the side view you can also see that the tip is somewhat swollen and I was wondering if this is permanent? There's also just one other concern, from the front view you can see that on the left side my nose bridge is wider than my right side and it doesn't meet up correctly with the middle of my nose. This makes my nose look strange in photos. Can you please advise?
Answer: Swelling after Rhinoplasty (Nose Job): Wait one year
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Answer: Swelling after Rhinoplasty (Nose Job): Wait one year
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Answer: Asymmetric swelling after rhinoplasty Recovery after rhinoplasty will vary based on the person, characteristics of the nasal tissues and what was done during surgery. Immediately after the splint or cast is removed, it is common for the nose to look more defined. After the compression has been removed, the skin and soft tissues can swell and this can take weeks to months to significantly improve. After rhinoplasty, tip shape is typically the last thing to settle before seeing the final result; this can take 12 months or longer in patients with thick, oily skin. My experience has been that edema may take 18 months or longer to resolve. During this time you will notice that the size of your tip decreases as swelling resolves and subtle details and tip definition appear. Additionally, the tip may descend causing the tip to rotate downwards (depending on what was done during surgery). Around the 4-6 week mark, most patients are able to appreciate most of the changes from surgery as a significant amount of swelling has resolved. However, it can take somewhere in and around 12-18 months to see the final results. The areas with thicker skin in the nose such as the tip, alar rims and radix will require longer to settle. In some cases, swelling can occur asymmetrically where one are is more swollen and takes longer to settle than other areas. It's hard but important to stay patient during your recovery and to be diligent attending your follow-up appointments with your surgeon.
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Answer: Asymmetric swelling after rhinoplasty Recovery after rhinoplasty will vary based on the person, characteristics of the nasal tissues and what was done during surgery. Immediately after the splint or cast is removed, it is common for the nose to look more defined. After the compression has been removed, the skin and soft tissues can swell and this can take weeks to months to significantly improve. After rhinoplasty, tip shape is typically the last thing to settle before seeing the final result; this can take 12 months or longer in patients with thick, oily skin. My experience has been that edema may take 18 months or longer to resolve. During this time you will notice that the size of your tip decreases as swelling resolves and subtle details and tip definition appear. Additionally, the tip may descend causing the tip to rotate downwards (depending on what was done during surgery). Around the 4-6 week mark, most patients are able to appreciate most of the changes from surgery as a significant amount of swelling has resolved. However, it can take somewhere in and around 12-18 months to see the final results. The areas with thicker skin in the nose such as the tip, alar rims and radix will require longer to settle. In some cases, swelling can occur asymmetrically where one are is more swollen and takes longer to settle than other areas. It's hard but important to stay patient during your recovery and to be diligent attending your follow-up appointments with your surgeon.
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February 8, 2015
Answer: Swollen tip In general, swelling after rhinoplasty takes months and months to fully resolve, and the tip generally takes the longest. You should wait at least a year before considering revision rhinoplasty.
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February 8, 2015
Answer: Swollen tip In general, swelling after rhinoplasty takes months and months to fully resolve, and the tip generally takes the longest. You should wait at least a year before considering revision rhinoplasty.
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December 28, 2014
Answer: Swelling after rhinoplasty Thank you for your question!It is understandable that you are concerned. Changes after rhinoplasties vary with every patient and what you are experiencing is normal especially that swelling takes time to subside as it masks the results of your surgery.Unfortunately, with the pictures posted, the lack of surgical details and the inability to perform a physical exam it is not possible to provide you with a definitive answer that could be medically sound.It is important to keep in mind that it is early to pass a judgement. Usually, a year is required before formulating how your nose will be. Even then, your nose will keep shaping itself and to complement your face for better results in the years to come.My best recommendations at the moment is to be patient, allow nature to take its course and edema subsides for better results. There is no doubt that once the swelling subsides, more definition and shape will be achieved and you should be happier with the results.Also, it is important that you keep communicating with your surgeon and work as a team together to achieve the best results possible.Congratulations on your surgery and please remain positive!Ali Sajjadian, MD FACS
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December 28, 2014
Answer: Swelling after rhinoplasty Thank you for your question!It is understandable that you are concerned. Changes after rhinoplasties vary with every patient and what you are experiencing is normal especially that swelling takes time to subside as it masks the results of your surgery.Unfortunately, with the pictures posted, the lack of surgical details and the inability to perform a physical exam it is not possible to provide you with a definitive answer that could be medically sound.It is important to keep in mind that it is early to pass a judgement. Usually, a year is required before formulating how your nose will be. Even then, your nose will keep shaping itself and to complement your face for better results in the years to come.My best recommendations at the moment is to be patient, allow nature to take its course and edema subsides for better results. There is no doubt that once the swelling subsides, more definition and shape will be achieved and you should be happier with the results.Also, it is important that you keep communicating with your surgeon and work as a team together to achieve the best results possible.Congratulations on your surgery and please remain positive!Ali Sajjadian, MD FACS
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February 10, 2019
Answer: Partial V deformity I see your concern and it appears the upper lateral cartilage on the right may have separated at the keystone region from the nasal bone. this can lead to the deformity your notice. Placing a cartilage spreader graft can help this. Can you discuss this with your surgeon? Best wishes.
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February 10, 2019
Answer: Partial V deformity I see your concern and it appears the upper lateral cartilage on the right may have separated at the keystone region from the nasal bone. this can lead to the deformity your notice. Placing a cartilage spreader graft can help this. Can you discuss this with your surgeon? Best wishes.
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