I had rhinoplasty, and my nose started to "droop down" a little and became a lot larger in size and in shape over the past 3 years. Why is that? Is there a way to have rhinoplasty to stop this from happening?
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May 19, 2016
Answer: Drooping tip gradually over 3 years after rhinoplasty.
The pic is not great, but it looks like a rhinoplasty would offer you the chance of correction of your nose concerns. A thorough exam would be required to make the final decision. Good luck.
In our practice we use 3D imaging to help you see what results are possible in a rhinoplasty. I work hard to help a patient understand what is possible cosmetically that will leave her with a functional nose. Many surgeons will bring the nose to the point that the patient wants without thinking...
A rib graft is sometimes necessary to repair a saddle nose deformity. Usually this is done by an experienced surgeon who performs revisions and "difficult cases". I suspect they did a good job and the post operative swelling is normal. Swelling post rhinoplasty will improve. This is only...
