Following rhinoplasty, the tip of the nose may appear rounded. This condition is typically due to swelling and oedema that occur after the procedure.
Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure that is planned individually for each patient. The rhinoplasty procedure should be performed by experienced, successful ENT specialists. The surgeon's experience, the patient's adherence to post-operative care instructions, and the differences in individual healing processes all affect the healing process at which the final result of the surgery is achieved.
As each patient's body structure and healing speed differ, the recovery process for swelling and bruising after rhinoplasty also varies. The roundness of the tip of the nose after rhinoplasty surgery and the time it takes for the nose to return to normal are usually due to this variation and temporary conditions.
Why does my nose tip look like a ball after rhinoplasty?
Nose surgeries, revision rhinoplasty surgeries, are performed for both aesthetic and functional reasons. No one wants a bulbous nose tip as a result of this procedure, which corrects the nose's shape. However, a bulbous nose tip often forms during the healing process after nose surgery. The patient's body gradually reduces the swelling and oedema after rhinoplasty. As the oedema in the nasal area subsides, the bulbous appearance at the tip of the nose also disappears. The tip of the nose takes on a more natural appearance.
How long does the tip of the nose stay swollen after rhinoplasty?
Following rhinoplasty performed by an experienced, successful ENT specialist, if the patient pays attention to what needs to be done after nose surgery, the tip of the nose will not remain bulbous after nose aesthetics.
How to fix bulbous nose tip?
Patients with a bulbous nose tip should undergo rhinoplasty, a surgical procedure, to remedy this condition.
Patients whose nose tip appears bulbous after nose surgery should remain calm, knowing that this condition is usually temporary, and wait for the recovery period to be completed.
If the bulbous tip of the nose persists even after a year following rhinoplasty, unfortunately, this indicates an unsuccessful rhinoplasty procedure. In such cases, it is advisable to consult an experienced and successful ENT specialist to request a revision rhinoplasty procedure. For revision rhinoplasty, you may contact Antalya ENT Specialist Dr. Ümit Küçüktepe.
How is bulbous nose rhinoplasty performed?
The rhinoplasty procedure performed to correct a bulbous nose tip is generally carried out in the following steps:
- Planning: Dr Ümit Küçüktepe listens to the patient's wishes and examines the anatomical structure of the nose. He plans the rhinoplasty procedure to correct the bulbous nose tip.
- Surgical Intervention: During the nose job, your doctor removes excess tissue from the nose, corrects the cartilage structure, reshapes the nose by contouring the nasal skin, and completes the procedure.
- Recovery Process: After surgery, swelling, bruising, and discolouration are normal during the recovery process. Swelling may take several months to subside. The final result of rhinoplasty is achieved in approximately one year.
When will the tip of the nose soften after rhinoplasty?
Nasal tip softening may vary depending on the patient's recovery process after rhinoplasty. Nasal tip hardness after rhinoplasty occurs immediately after surgery and may be quite noticeable for the first few weeks. By paying attention to what needs to be done after surgery, the patient will see a reduction in oedema, swelling and hardness in the nasal tip within a few months.
Can I reduce my swollen nose?
To help the swelling at the tip of your nose subside more quickly, make sure to sleep with your head elevated above heart level for the first two days, avoid bending over too much during the day, apply cold compresses regularly, and drink plenty of fluids.
Numbness or loss of sensation in the upper lip may occur following rhinoplasty. This condition is caused by the surgical intervention and usually resolves as the tissues heal.
How to treat nose stiffness?
Nasal tip stiffness after rhinoplasty is a common and usually temporary condition. This stiffness is directly related to the swelling of the tissues at the tip of the nose and the healing process.
To allow the tip of the nose to soften, it is important to follow the necessary steps after rhinoplasty, be patient, apply cold compresses, and support the reduction of oedema in the body by taking light walks from the date permitted by your doctor.
Please contact Op. Dr. Ümit Küçüktepe for an examination and further information.
This article is for informational and advisory purposes. The recommendations of your surgeon, who will examine you and perform nose surgery, should be a priority.