Discoloration on Tip After Rhinoplasty Revision

asked 1 year ago by 2kids1coolmom in bedford, ns
Latest answer by Sam Naficy, MD
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Tags: female, discoloration, tip

Hi, I had a 3rd 'revision' Rhinoplasty (local anesthetic) done 14 days ago to repair inflammation/infection in the cartilage of my nose tip (my left side). The 2nd revision left me with a discolored tip which turned out to be an infection. After the 3rd revision, I'm still left with a round, discolored tip where the surgery was. Is it normal to still have this discoloration. I'm concerned that it's never going to resolve itself.

4 answers to Discoloration on Tip After Rhinoplasty Revision

Nose skin discoloration

There is no questions that the skin is compromised. did you ever have any injections (silicone or ArteFill) to that area? you should see your surgeon

Sam Naficy, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

seattleface.com

Tip discoloration after revision rhinoplasty

If this is a change from the discoloration from before surgery you should definitely have it checked by your surgeon. If the skin discoloration is the same as before your recent surgery it may be a permanent injury to the skin. Have your surgeon check it out to get a better sense of what can be done.

Thomas A Lamperti, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drlamperti.com

Revision rhinoplasty and skin changes

Dear 2kids1coolmom, I agree with Dr. Siegel, the skin does look injured or is reacting to something underneath the skin. Were any implants or cartilage used for the revision? I would keep it moist with a double antibiotic ointment, stay out of the sun, and see your surgeon sooner than later. I am sure he/she would want to know about this. You may even need antibiotics, but that can be decided with your surgeon. Best, Nima

Nima Shemirani, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon