I got my nose operated on a week ago. I got my splint taken off, but I look extremely piggy. I told my surgeon specifically not to make me look like a pig. Before, my nose was downturned, and I wanted it to be straighter. I am afraid that even when the swelling goes down, I'll still look like a pig.
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May 28, 2010
Answer: Your nose will continue to improve in appearance after your Rhinoplasty Surgery.
Generally speaking, it can take 6 to 12 months to completely heal after surgery. Please keep in touch with your surgeon or his/her clinical team to discuss your ongoing concerns.
You have a very flat Naso-Frontal angle which contributes to this look but what you see is certainly very worrisome for a patient. Most of it should be swelling especially if grafts where placed. Make sure you see your doctor and have him examine you to reassure you. I have...
Smoking is strictly prohibited in cases where flaps are raised such as facelifts and MOHS reconstruction with flaps. Open Rhinoplasty also places the columella skin at greater risk in smokers. But the nose is very vascular and usually its not an issue. Just talk to your doctor...