Bifid Nose Tip/getting Tip Rhinoplasty...but Worried About Large Pores on Nose? (photo) Doctor Answers, Tips
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Bifid Nose Tip/getting Tip Rhinoplasty...but Worried About Large Pores on Nose? (photo)

I am getting a tip rhinoplasty in about 2 months. I have a bifid nose tip... Very mild but evident. I forgot to ask my PS about my very enlarged pores on my nose....they look worse in shadows due to the indent/bifid tip. I'm secretly scared they are scars? My PS examined my nose but didn't mention my pores...this is really messing with my confidence. Will the skin look nicer/tighter after a tip rhinoplasty? Just worried cause there are enlarged pores where the indentation is leaving bad shadows.

3 Doctor Answers | Asked by changes77
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My pores are getting me down!!

You and your surgeon were probably more focused on your nose so your pores did not come up.Like a lot of women, you probably have one of those 5 power makeup mirrors and your skin drives you crazy. Nose surgery is not going to change your pores. Unless you have had some kind of injury to your nose, these are not scars. You look young from your photos and pores may appear larger when you are young and you have otherwise nice and smooth skin. You should consider going on a good medically based... more
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Rhinoplasty and nasal pores

Your nasal pores should not be impacted long term by your surgery. There are several non-invasive procedures that can tighten the pores, this includes chemical peels, and lasers.
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What are the Treatment Options for Large Pores on Nose?

Your rhinoplasty shouldn't make the large pores or scars appear worse. Rhinoplasty shouldn't have any effect on the pores. Temporarily while you're swollen after surgery they will look better but this will only last a few weeks to months. If your pores are still a concern after surgery, they can be improved with laser resurfacing once you've healed from your rhinoplasty. This is a very common concern among patients with sebaceous skin. I hope this information is helpful. Stephen Weber, M... more

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