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After rhinoplasty 2x, my nostrils are not symettrical AT ALL... help!

asked 8 months ago by malikaf in los angeles, ca
Latest answer by William Portuese, MD
Question viewed 228 times
Tags: nostrils, asymmetry

Should I get a revision done? If so, what type? What is the down time? Any other suggestions?  

4 answers to After rhinoplasty 2x, my nostrils are not symettrical AT ALL... help!

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Asymmetrical nostrils after two revisions

Obtaining perfect symmetry in the nostrils is very hard to do consistently. There are multiple different techniques that can be performed, including composite skin grafts to the alar rim for notching, and full delivery with exploration of the tip, and tip and dome binding techniques. Down time with a procedure like this is usually approximately 10 days if only the tip plasty is performed.
William Portuese, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

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Revision rhinoplasty for uneven nostrils,etc.

You need to see an experienced revision rhinoplasty surgeon to not only deal with your nostrils, but your tip and septum as well.
Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Repeated revision rhinoplasty for nostril improvement

Depending upon what was previously done, it may be difficult to repair your nostrils. I would recommend seeking the advice of an expert in your area on revision rhinoplasty.
Scott Trimas, MD

Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Correcting Uneven Nostrils

As long as you are 9-12 months out from your last surgery, I think it is appropriate to get some opinions on what can be done. The most important thing is to choose someone that specializes in revision rhinoplasty. Going back for the third time is hard. Often there is a great deal of damage that needs to be repaired and a fair amount of scar tissue that makes the dissection difficult. Fortunately, there a number of very gifted rhinoplasty surgeons in the Los Angeles... more
Joseph Campanelli, MD

Minneapolis Facial Plastic Surgeon

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