Can I get a revision at 9 months due to polly beak at 2 months post rhinoplasty? (Photos)

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Hello, I had a rhino 2 months ago. The doctor didn’t want to change the tip of my nose but he promised me a straight one. 2 months post op my face is still unevenly swollen my nose feels hard. 1 side looks different than the other. It doesn’t look straight at all. Can I have a revision at 9 months? Will I get the same amount or bruises? Can I start putting fillers to have a straighter nose until the revision? I know it’s too early to judge but it’s just obvious that it won’t be straight. Thanks

Thomas A. Mustoe, MD, FACS · Answer

I agree that you supratip fullness is severe and will not correct itself simply with resolution of swelling.  Steroid shots can help somewhat.  Putting in filler will interfere with the revision.  Early revisions can be done (sooner than a year) but the results may not be as good because with some residual swelling an inflammation, the postop swelling will be worse and could interfere with final outcome.

Matthew Richardson, MD · Answer

At 2 months post-rhinoplasty, there is still a considerable amount of swelling present that can contribute to cosmetic concerns. Although there is a feeling of needing to revise the nose quickly, patience is key. I almost always recommend that patients wait a year or so before considering revision surgery. This gives them the best chance to make the second surgery the last surgery. I would probably refrain from injecting filler in the nose as a temporary solution in patients who are fairly certain that they are going to want to pursue revision surgery as soon as possible.
Be sure to see a rhinoplasty expert to review the options in detail.
Best,

Manish H. Shah, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello,Thanks for your question. I would recommend that you wait another 10 months to allow full healing of your nose before revision surgery. Depending on many factors, you may not have significant bruising, unless your nasal bones need to be fractured. I would avoid fillers at this point as your nose is evolving as it heals. Just be patient, even if it is difficult to wait.Good luck,Dr. Shah

Thomas Trevisani, MD · Answer

Without a complete set of pre-op and post-op photos, reading the op-report, and knowing other details- it's difficult to give the best answer. I would give more time, and if after a reasonable amount of time you are still dissatisfied - revision may be indicated.

John Michael Thomassen, MD · Answer

You do not have to wait any longer for a revision.  I would not recommend fillers since this is temporary and a bit risky.  I would recommend a revision to correct the pollybeak.  You can still obtain a nice profile.

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