1 month post op rhinoplasty: my tip is too high and my nose looks hooked. Will my tip drop?

Please do not get nervous and be patient, at this point the tip is usually upturned and swollen. If the tip was manipulated, somewhere between 3 and 5 months after the procedure you will see an improvement in tip contour definition and gradually tip will be descending noticeably for about 12 months. In your case there are at least two components which need to be taken into consideration:
1. What is being perceived as a tip elevation may be a soft tissue fullness above the tip-polybeak. I would discuss this either with your surgeon or, if that is not an option, with a local experienced rhinoplasty specialist to consider treatment of that area with local steroids.
2.Traditional start of the nasal dorsum should be around upper eyelid crease level and be angled at about 36 degrees to the face, in your case the start of the dorsum is somewhat low. You may elect to address that factor, but it is better to wait for about 12 months to see the stabilized appearance of the nose.
Thank you, just be patient for now.

At this point it is normal to have significant swelling of the nose. It is common for the tip of the nose to look more upturned initially and will likely drop over the course of the year. Follow up with your surgeon to discuss steroid shots and taping the nose. Only after a year will you better be able to evaluate the effect of the hump removal.

Things may still improve specially if you have a hard swollen tip.  Once the swelling has subsided, you may benefit from a correction of the supratip fullness you still have.  

Thank you for your question.
This is too early to comment as there is a lot of swelling. Please wait for several months (upto one year) before judging the final appearance of your nose. You should also discuss your concerns with your Plastic Surgeon who can help you understand what was done. All The Best !

Thank You for your question.  Looking at your photos, the nose looks as it should right now.  It's too soon to comment when you still have a lot of swelling.  Usually with rhinoplasty, it looks worse before it looks better.  Also, most doctors raise the tip because then it drops.  If you are unhappy in a few months from now, perhaps revisit the surgeon.Good Luck,Dr. Elliot Heller

Hi and thank you for your photos and question. I certainly understand your concern. However, it's too early to make any conclusions. It has only been a month since your procedure and you are still swollen and in a healing process which can take up to 1 year. I suggest you wait a few months and contact your surgeon if the issue persist. You may also seek a board certified surgeon here is the U.S. with extensive experience in rhinoplasty. Find someone you connect with, who will listen to your concerns and provide you with a framework for what is possible.
All the best,
Dr Gary Linkov

Thank you for your question. Yes, you are likely experiencing some swelling and bruising that is common after surgery. Please continue to follow the recovery instructions provided by your board certified facial plastic surgeon and remain patient as you continue to heal.
Best wishes,

Great question. You are still early in your recovery. Remember that rhinoplasty involves the fracturing of the nasal bone and manipulation of the nasal cartilage. A lot of manipulation in such a small area of the body leads to an abundance of swelling which includes the nasal tip. It will take a few weeks to months for the swelling to decrease. Decrease in swelling will allow your tip to go down. Don't take for granted your follow ups with your surgeon.

I appreciate your question and photos. While I also understand your concern, let me assure you it is much too early to be concerned about the outcome of your rhinoplasty. Swelling can last for months and will affect the nasal tip, which may be why you are seeing the upturned position right now. It is also difficult to assess the curvature on the bridge at this point since swelling will affect that area as well. I advise you to schedule a follow-up appointment with a board-certified plastic surgeon here in the states that can assess your progress and provide you with instructions that would support the healing process and ensure an optimal outcome.

Hi, and thanks for your question. You are in the early phase of your healing process. Swelling in your tip will decrease with time. But I think you will need revision rhinoplasty. You should wait one yer after your operations to see the your final result. You can realize other problems in your nose and all problems can be corrected in same operation.