Hi, I asked the surgeon not to make me look piggy but at the moment I think I look like a complete pig. Will this go away with the swelling? Will the tip dropping slightly? Also, there looks like there is some asymmetry with my nostrils and my septum looks really bulky. I really need some reassurance as I feel very, very low at the moment. I wouldn't do anything stupid but I am having thoughts about how I am going to get through the rest of my life (looking like this). Thanks
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August 25, 2021
Answer: Worried About Rhinoplasty Result (18 Days PO), Nose Looks Piggy, Will this go Away? (photo)
The surgery is as complicated as the surgeons experience. A first time rhinoplasty like yours should not be a "complicated" surgery. The more experience the surgeon has the better your chances of getting your desired results.
In general, you may experience the following after rhinoplasty:
1) Swelling
2) Bruising
3) A blood-tinged nasal discharge that may persist for 48-72 hours
If the nose is not irrigated regularly for the first two weeks after surgery, there may be some blood present. Av...
Thanks for sending in your photos .You have had a very nice result. If you tip was rotated or secured to your septum it will be stiff. This is a good thing as it means you are healing well and the new shape of your nose will be long lasting. The stiffness will soften with time but will likely ...