I didn't get very swollen post-op and I really love my new nose very much but I can't help notice there's soo much space between my nose and upper lip.. I get the cast off on Friday, Will the space decrease? Will the tip rotate down a bit causing it to look like less space? Any answers or suggestions?
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I would advise to clean your nostrils only with a solution and not with a cotton swab. I would get back in contact with your surgeon and ask for a solution recommendation.
You have a very cute looking face even with your nose as is. However, the width of your nose and the upturned nostrils are directing attention away from your eyes. The tip and nostrils can be refined so that they are not so prominent. It would involve defining and derotating your nasal tip. ...
Thank you for your question and photos.
With Rhinoplasty, the name of the game is patience. At one week, we would expect you to have quite a bit of swelling and bruising still noticeable. By the end of two weeks, typically, you will still be swollen but look more like you have a bad cold, rather...