My nose used to be perfectly staight and over the years it is getting progressively more crooked. My ENT says that I have a deviated septum and that I probably had it, but if you compare pictures from 10 years ago to now, there is a big difference. Any ideas?
When we are young we have a great deal of fat in our face and nose. This often hides an underlying deviation which only shows up as we age. See an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon and you should have airway improvement as well as a straighter nose.
Hello,
With time, a nose may appear longer since it can droop. This is known as "nasal ptosis." Also, the nose may become more twisted due to a deviated septum. Hope this helps answer your question.
Dr. Nassif
Noses do change with time, just like other parts of our body. Go to a retirement home and look at the residents; they did not have those noses all of their lives. However, the deviation may have been present all of your life, but is now visible because of changes in the skin and subcutaneous tissue. Correct the deviated septum and enjoy your improved breathing.
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