4 Weeks Post Op, Hate my Nose

You need to wait.  There is still a lot of swelling and your nose should continue to improve.  Make sure to continue following up with your surgeon.
 

If the nose looked good after the splint was removed and you have not injured your nose since, the odds are your swelling will improve with time. You are a biologic being and must heal! Your nose is not like a piece of wood that once carved stays exactly the same. Try to be patient and see your surgeon frequently. Sometimes swelling that doesn't dissipate quickly can be reduced  with an injection of steroid if your surgeon thinks that appropriate. 

Nasal swelling is one of the most common complaints after surgery in rhinoplasty.  Especially revision rhinoplasty.  Unfortunately, there is little you or your surgeon can do to expedite the process, but normally this will continue to improve with time. The nose is a very detailed and defined structure on the face asnd as a result , any swelling will obscure the ideal appearance.  Waiting is the only solution and stay in close communication with your surgeon to ensure that you are healing properly.

 

Best of luck

Vincent Marin, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon