Final result 10 years post-op?

Question

I had a revision rhinoplasty 10 years ago and got a good result, functionally and aesthetically. However, I still notice subtle changes in my nose over time. If I look at photos from a year ago, there is more swelling than there is now. My question is, will this ever plateau? Everything I read says the “final result” is apparent in 2 years or so, but this definitely doesn’t seem to be the case with me.

Andrew Miller, MD · Answer

The skin covering the nose can continue to shrink over the underlying bone and cartilage for many years. At the same time, the scarring forces inside the nose can cause changes in the contour as well. These can often be improved with filler being placed into any irregularities.

Cem Altindag, MD · Answer

Hi, thank you for the question. The swelling which you have mentioned for last year may have caused another factors as hormonal, metabolic, traumatic etc.. Regards. Dr.Cem Altindag Istanbul

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