Hello, I'm an asian male with thick skin I don't want a drastic change to my nose, I just want my nose to be less wide and smaller, and fit harmoniously with my face. I've looked into alarplasty and tip refinement, and they seem to be what I'm looking for. Does anyone have some recommendations on what types of surgeries would align with the description I've given? I've attached some photos, thanks!
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Answer: Options for refining the nose during Asian rhinoplasty
It would be unusual to develop an infection that early after rhinoplasty, and the redness is likely more a product of the tension exerted on your nasal tip skin by the underlying grafts. However, it is always prudent to inform your surgeon of any concerns and to follow up closely with...
The amount of tip refinement and definition will increase as the swelling resolves. The tip rotation (how upturned it is) will also improve - as the swelling decreases the tip will drop a bit. By about 3-6 months post-op enough swelling will have resolved for you to have a good idea...
While Gore-tex and other synthetic implants have a higher rate of complications than using tissue from your own body, you are certainly not at any immediate risk. While there is a higher risk of infection and extrusion - infections can typically be treated with antibiotics and extrusion is...