Nose Lifted Upwards with Rhinoplasty

Hopefully by now you are enjoying your new nose, since you posted this 2 years ago.  For those undergoing this process now, though, it's important to know that the taping will artificially increase the tip rotation (make the tip appear turned up).  The tip will lower after removing the tape, and continue to drop slightly as it heals.  

Remember that you just had surgery, your cast is still on, and your nose is taped.  Your nose looks very typical less than a week after surgery and there is no cause for concern.  Your result will evolve over the next year or so.

Pre-operatively, I always warn my patients that their nose will look "lifted" immediately after surgery because of swelling at the base of the nose and the tape dressing. It is impossible to critique your nose before the cast is even removed. Be patient - your surgeon was obviously paying attention to the final nasal length.

Hi,

You may want to wait until after the cast comes off. It looks like the cast maybe making it appear like your nose is up-turned. Even after the cast comes off you may want to wait a couple of months for the swelling to subside.

Best,

Dr.S.