Rhinoplasty scar tissue

Treatment  of nasal scar tissue depends on the duraion, extent, and location. Lazers, steroid injections, and/or surgical intervenation may  be necessary. Discuss alternatives with your surgeon or get a second opinion

The best means for correcting scar tissue after rhinoplasty depends on where the scar tissue is and how long it has been there. There are several types of post-rhinoplasty scars/scar tissue. 1) External - if the surgery was done open or if alar base (nostril excisions) were performed, an unsightly scar can be... more

Unsightly external scarring from rhinoplasty is a rare complication.  Most rhinoplasty incisions are internal and the external incisions typically heal well.  If scarring is visible, it can often be improved by procedures such as laser resurfacing or dermabrasion.  Scar tissue under the... more