Hi I broke my nose several times playing rugby in my younger days. I had a rhinoplasty to correct the problem after stopping playing. The procedure was carried out 7 years ago. I now box but was under the impression that my nose would have been significantly weakened due to the rhinoplasty - is this the case? I am very keen to box competitively but do not want my nose to explode as soon as I get punched on it.. clearly boxing is not a great idea for me but I really enjoy it ...many thanks
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Thin skin is both a blessing and a curse. It is a blessing in that it heals much faster than thick skin after the rhinoplasty procedure. The curse is that every little nuance and irregularity tends to show through thin skin, which can lead to a higher touchup rate with minor...
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You have asked a very interesting question. The answer can be very technical in description, but also very simple: If you are unhappy with the appearance of your nose, a rhinoplasty could improve its features. If you are unhappy with your smile, a rhinoplasty is not worth the exp...
This is a great question. Surgical rhinoplasty can be challenging for many reasons. Patients often want changes that are significant, but not necessarily obvious. Striking this balance can be particularly elusive with rhinoplasty surgery.
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