Nose still looks really wide 3 months after septo/rhinoplasty. Is it just a case of waiting for the swelling to go down? (Photo)

I agree with the other doctors that at 3 months, you are too early to see your final result. However, that being said, you should talk to your doctor & ask if he broke your nose or not. When a dorsal hump is removed and the nose is not fractured, you can end up with what is called an open roof deformity which makes the bridge of your nose wider after removal of the hump. If he did fracture your nose, what you are seeing is simply swelling and this should resolve. If he did not fracture your nose, there is a chance that you will need a revision to narrow your nose

Thank you for your question!It is understandable that you are a concerned. Changes after rhinoplasties vary with every patient and what you are experiencing is normal especially that swelling takes time to subside. It is important to understand that swelling masks the results of your surgery.Therefore, it is way too 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

Hello,It is still very early in your healing process to say that this is going to be how your nose heals. It usually takes 1-3 years for the swelling to fully go down after a rhinoplasty. The tip takes the longest time to heal and mold to the new framework because it is the thickest skin of the nose. The skin over the profile is thinner than the skin over the tip. Patience is required during this healing phase. Give it some time and in a couple months if you still don't feel confident consult your doctor.All the best, Deepak Dugar, MDScarless Rhinoplasty ExpertBeverly Hills, CA 90210

Your photo of the nose before surgery is not a straight shot. It is hard to assess. The present nose still has swelling but that is mostly in the tip area. The width above the tip is not going to change much. It is aesthetically a pleasing nose and I would not recommend any changes for at least a few months. Ideally wait a whole year. RegardsDr. J 

3 Months PO is not enough time to make an accurate assessment -- you still have swelling -- which should subside within 6-8 months from now. Always best to talk to your PS re/ your concerns.

Swelling may take a year or more to resolve.  It is always difficult to assess the final result in the healing process and without the benefit of an exam.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Thanks for your question.  Your early result after surgery looks good. Give another 6 months before your judge your final result. 

Guess what I see in your posted photos is NOT what you are seeing... I love the early result as seen... 

Most likely the tip is still swollen and will take up to a year for it to settle down.  Best of luck with your result.

In these pictures the Nasal  dorsum does look wide and so as the tip ,but you need to wait for few months for all swelling to go,and then consult your surgeon