I'm 2 weeks post rhinoplasty, my tip is sitting up allot- like by a decent amount. The tip used to be allot lower and not piggy. I was told this is normal? Will it drop back down if it wasn't touched? I only had the bridge narrowed and it appears it's been shortened & upturned. Will it drop back down to what it was like before? Im ethnic and didn't want to lose that. Can I get it made longer again asap? My top lip looks long now and is numb too.
November 9, 2016
Answer: Rhinoplasty At this point in time some of the issues are related to swelling, and with time the tip may come down a bit. Best of luck.
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November 9, 2016
Answer: Rhinoplasty At this point in time some of the issues are related to swelling, and with time the tip may come down a bit. Best of luck.
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August 29, 2019
Answer: Rhinoplasty Thank you for your question and photograph.It is important to consult with your surgeon about any questions or concerns you may have so they can give you a physical examination. You are extremely early in your recovery period and your nose will begin healing and changing, this will continue over the course of a year to year and a half. At this point, it is hard to determine whether the appearance is due to swelling or not. Swelling can cause the appearance of unevenness, enlargement or a turned up nasal tip. It takes 6 months for 90% of the swelling to resolve after a rhinoplasty. During this waiting period, several treatment options can reduce the swelling. First, post-operative taping is imperative to decrease swelling and mold the shape of the nose. This can be performed for a minimum of 2 weeks with recommendations commonly for 3 months. Second, a short course of oral steroids (Medrol dose pack) can be beneficial in the early stages to decrease swelling and pain. Third, I commonly use a dilute solution of Kenalog with Marcaine to decrease swelling of the nasal tip. If after 12-18 months, you are still unhappy with your results, I would contact your surgeon or a board certified plastic surgeon for a revision.Best of luck in your recovery!Sincerely,
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August 29, 2019
Answer: Rhinoplasty Thank you for your question and photograph.It is important to consult with your surgeon about any questions or concerns you may have so they can give you a physical examination. You are extremely early in your recovery period and your nose will begin healing and changing, this will continue over the course of a year to year and a half. At this point, it is hard to determine whether the appearance is due to swelling or not. Swelling can cause the appearance of unevenness, enlargement or a turned up nasal tip. It takes 6 months for 90% of the swelling to resolve after a rhinoplasty. During this waiting period, several treatment options can reduce the swelling. First, post-operative taping is imperative to decrease swelling and mold the shape of the nose. This can be performed for a minimum of 2 weeks with recommendations commonly for 3 months. Second, a short course of oral steroids (Medrol dose pack) can be beneficial in the early stages to decrease swelling and pain. Third, I commonly use a dilute solution of Kenalog with Marcaine to decrease swelling of the nasal tip. If after 12-18 months, you are still unhappy with your results, I would contact your surgeon or a board certified plastic surgeon for a revision.Best of luck in your recovery!Sincerely,
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