At 6 months, final results should be apparent. It does appear that the lower lateral cartilages may have been slightly over-resected and the dorsum over-reduced for your taste.
Discuss this with your surgeon. Cartilage grafting will correct this via an open approach. (John Michael Thomassen, MD, Fort Lauderdale Plastic Surgeon)
Unhappy with rhinoplasty results
If you are not happy with your results to date, then I would recommend discussing it candidly with your surgeon. Many times, the issues are a product of early post-operative swelling and early scarring.
These issues can be dealt with and improved. However, 15% of all comers need revisional surgery and the best person to do that is USUALLY the surgeon who operated in the first place. (Jay Calvert, MD, Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon)
Considering Revision Rhinoplasty 6 months after Original Surgery
Rhinoplasty is not one operation, but many potential operations. Every patient is unique. A great result for one person may be unacceptable to another. 6 months is still relatively early to have revision rhinoplasty. Most plastic surgeons would suggest waiting a full year.
If you haven’t already, speak with your original rhinoplasty surgeon. Seeking a second opinion from another local surgeon may also help your concerns. Only after a comprehensive evaluation can one help determine appropriate options for you. (Houtan Chaboki, MD, Washington DC Facial Plastic Surgeon)
Post-rhinoplasty issues
I spend a lot of time with patients to go over what type of result they are looking for. The dorsal profile is very important to reveiw. Some patients prefer a low dorsum while others like it straighter. As for your specific concerns a review in person with an exam would be important. (Steven Wallach, MD, Manhattan Plastic Surgeon)
Scooped out nose
There are definite issues with your post operative nose. I would be curious to find out what discussions you had with your surgeon before the surgery, especially about the over overressected hump. In my practice, I try very hard to make sure that the patient understands what we are trying to achieve and that the results make sense. Fortunately, your issues are correctable and that going to an experienced revision rhinoplasty surgeon is your best bet. (Bhupesh Vasisht, MD, Voorhees Plastic Surgeon)
Surgical looking rhinopasty.
You should be disappointed with your result! You have multiple issues and need to see an EXPERIENCED revision rhinoplasty surgeon to reconstruct the scooped bridge, pinched and asymmetrical tip, nostril asymmetry, etc. (Toby Mayer, MD, Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon)
Too Much Curve Post Rhinoplasty
6 months after rhinoplasty you will still have swelling. However , from looking at your photos submitted it appears that indeed excess was taken off your bridge, thus the “ski slope” appearance. There are other issues, such as the width of your bridge from the front view-which is too narrow and may start impairing your breathing. Also there appears to be signs of collapse on the side walls of the tip, as maybe too much cartilage was removed.
As the swelling continues to decrease, your nose will probably “contract, or shrink” even more. You will probably require another surgery to fix these problems, but may bee too early. I would suggest looking for an experienced and specialized surgeon that concentrates his practice mainly to rhinoplasty. (Michel Siegel, MD, Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon)
Attempt to resolve issue before seeking new surgeon
I understand that you are disappointed with the results of your Rhinoplasty and are here seeking advice but honestly, I feel it’s unprofessional and even unethical to give you advice while you are still under the care of the plastic and cosmetic surgeon that did your Rhinoplasty. Is your nose perfect? No. Should you continue your relationship with the original plastic and cosmetic surgeon in an attempt to resolve this issue? Yes, IMHO. You do have some legitimate concerns about the appearance of your nose but it’s in your best interest to explore working this out with the previous surgeon.
Not arming yourself with advice from the experts here which will only serve to make your conversation more difficult. If you can’t come to an agreement with the previous surgeon, you may wish at that time to have one or several second opinions to address your concerns. It’s easy for someone not associated with your case to make inflammatory remarks but honestly, they will not serve you well nor aid you in your making your case to your previous surgeon IMHO. (Francis R. Palmer, III, MD, Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon)
Too Much Curve Post Rhinoplasty
You should be disappointed with your result. You have You have a scooped out profile with a pinched, asymmetrical tip and nostrils.
Wait another 6 months before having surgery with a very experienced revision rhinoplasty surgeon. (Richard W. Fleming, MD, Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon)