Hi, I had my splint removed yesterday (9 days after surgery) and i am mostly pleased with how my nose looks. The bridge has been brought down but my only slight concern is the tip of the nose looking too large and slightly upturned. I have trawled the internet and do realise that this takes time due to swelling but i was wondering if the tip is likely to reduce in size. This is purely a profile issue as i feel the tip of the nose looks larger and slightly upturned. I would hope that the tip will reduce in size and move closer to the face whilst dropping a bit (to make it less ski slope shaped)?? It almost looks like the bridge has been reduced but the tip is similar to my old nose. The tip is slightly swollen from the front view so i am hoping that once the swelling goes down from all angles, that my tip from side view wont stick out as much Any expert opinion would be appreciated (and comforting!) The photo was taken in the evening after splint removal on day 9 post operation
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January 3, 2013
Answer: Slightly Large and Upturned Nasal Tip After Rhinoplasty
At eleven days post op the nose will be swollen and this swelling will last for many months and possibly for a year. In reviewing the photo, the tip appears to be smaller. I think a “tincture of time” will reveal the true shape of your nasal tip. Please be patient as this is ...
Some of the best patients are attractive individuals who have decent noses and only need a "little" tweak. This also can separate rhinoplasty experts from the average surgeon. Anyone can take a big potato and make it into a smaller potato and make the patient happy. It often takes more skill to...
You have posted nice side-view photos of your profile and goal, but frontal views are missing, as is physical examination of your nose! You are already asking if your proposed surgical solution can be achieved, and thus far, 5 of my colleagues are eager to agree!
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