I'm 10 days post op and my nostrils are uneven, a different size, and shape. Will this change with swelling? (Photo)

The left nostril is higher in the soft tissue triangle area. It is unlikely to change on its own. However, it is noticeable on the basal view only. Nobody looks at us in that direction so it is not as concerning. There is still a lot of healing to happen. The shape will change with time as well. The best thing to do is to wait for about 3 months. Then take a look at your frontal view. If that looks good then don't do anything. If the nostrils are clearly crooked or asymmetric on the frontal view then get the nose revised or get a filler to compensate the area of the deviation. RegardsDr. J

Thank you for your question!It is understandable that you are a concerned with what you feel especially with the "uneven nostrils" and a "swollen" nose. The post op swelling is anticipated and every patient is a little different hence the possibility of explaining what you are experiencing.Unfortunately, with the pictures posted, the lack of surgical details and the inability to perform a physical exam it is not possible to provide you with a definitive answer that could be medically sound.Nonetheless, it is way to early to pass a judgement. Usually, a year is required before formulating how your nose will be. Even then, your nose will keep shaping itself and to complement your face for better results in the years to come.My best recommendations at the moment is to be patient, allow nature to take its course and edema subsides for better results. There is no doubt that once the swelling subsides, more definition and shape will be achieved and you should be happier with the results.Also, it is important that you keep communicating with your surgeon and work as a team together to achieve the best results possible.Congratulations on your surgery and please remain positive!Ali Sajjadian, MD FACS

You indeed have a great deal of swelling in the tip of the nose. This is going to change dramatically but it will take a number of months.

Its very common to have swelling in the nasal tip that can distort the nostrils.  I would recommend patience over the next few weeks as things heal.  Continue to see your plastic surgeon who can evaluate the results as things heal.  

You have a very nice appearance from the front with nice symmetry.  From the basal view there is asymmetry of the nostril openings but it is best to allow this to heal better and see how the shape changes with time.  It may end up being a very minor issue and in addition it will not be a very highly visible issue.  

Yes not right! Best to fly back to your chosen surgeon for revision.. Where did you go? Call them to see what can be done...

Dear Glam Princess,From the photos that you submitted,
it does appear that your post-operative rhinoplasty is healing very
nicely. There is always a significant
area of swelling and tissue asymmetry during the early post-operative phase and
generally, this will resolve. It is very
common to have mild post-operative asymmetry, which often does improve over
time. If you had some pre-operative alar
base asymmetry, there may be some residual asymmetry that in future will
require an enhancement. One would not
consider enhancement surgery till at least one year following the surgery to
allow all soft tissue swelling and edema to settle.

Your best course of action is to
return to your operative rhinoplasty surgeon for examination to ensure there’s
no reversible cause for the increased swelling and for reassurance.

I trust this advice is of some
assistance and best of luck.

R. Stephen Mulholland, M.D.

Certified Plastic Surgeon

Yorkville, Toronto