4 Weeks Post Open Rhinoplasty - Still Hint of Former Dorsal Hump? (photo)

   At 4 weeks, a subtle remnant of a hump is likely swelling.  The after photos demonstrate a much improved profile.   Find a plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs hundreds of rhinoplasties each year.  Then look at the plastic surgeon's website before and after photo galleries to get a sense of who can deliver the results.  Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

4 weeks is still soon after your surgery, and there is swelling present that will affect the appearance of your nose. Swelling can lead to:

1) Asymmetry
2) Irregularities
3) Bulbous nasal appearance

It is too soon to judge the final result, and the bump may be due to swelling. Your body would not try and reform the bone. And if you lightly bumped your nose on a door, it will not likely affect the outcome of your surgery. I would recommend waiting a bit and see how you heal before judging the final outcome. It can take up to a year to see the final result. In the meantime, please consult your surgeon with any questions. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.

Hello. At thirteen days you are nowhere close to your final results and for a full year after your procedure your cosmetic appearance will continue to improve. Just try to be patient. Much of this is do to swelling.


Jaime Perez, MD
Rhinoplasty Specialist
Plastic Surgery Center of Tampa