Nose job 1.5 months ago- I like my profile but my nostrils are big I don’t like it, thought it would be smaller by now?

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I just wanted to be smaller than it is and don’t appear when I take selfies.

Jimmy C. Sung, MD · Answer

Hi,
Thank you for your post. You are only 1.5 months post op. This is too soon to know what your final results will look like. Your nose will be swollen for a while and things will continue to heal for up to a year. Be patient and give your body time to heal. If you have any questions or concerns I would recommend following up with your surgeon.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

You need to have patience with your body as it begins to heal. The skin, bone and cartilage are all traumatized during surgery. Inflammation (swelling) is the normal response and will help your nose to heal and look beautiful in the end. If, one year from now, you are unhappy with your nose, then that is the time to think about a revision procedure. Right now, concentrate on other things you like to do and let your nose and under eyes take the time to heal. I hope this helps.

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