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Small Lines or Gaps After Rhinoplasty

asked 3 years ago by lined nose in London, UK
Latest answer by William Portuese, MD
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I am 5 weeks post Rhinoplasty and have two dark lines next to either side of the bridge of my nose. It looks like I have been wearing glasses when I have not. The two lines are going down from the top part of nose and are very visible. When I feel along the lines, they feel like there is a gap of a few milimetres. I am scared the gaps will stay and leave dark lines permanently.

3 answers to Small Lines or Gaps After Rhinoplasty

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Dark lines can occur underneath the eyes

Even though it has only been five weeks status post rhinoplasty, there are dark lines that can occur underneath the eyes, along with dark circles. This will subside in time. Visible gaps across the bridge of the nose, even though a few millimeters, can be related to an open roof deformity if the hump was removed and the nasal bones were not narrowed.
William Portuese, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

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These lines from your rhinoplasty will probably resolve

The lines you are feeling are most likely fracture lines in the bones that were created to narrow or straighten them. If your bones were wide or crooked, then the surgeon must create these cuts in the bones in order to manipulate them to the desired shape. If there was a lot of narrowing accomplished, you can sometimes feel a little gap in this area which can be perceived as a small 'step-off' in appearance. Don't worry too much, though. Five weeks is still very early after surgery. The... more
Jason Litner, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Lines after Rhinoplasty probably not permanent

It is too soon to tell what the nose will look like. You should wait at least 6-12 months before being concerned. It is only what you see and not what you feel that will be a problem. Don't worry, be happy!
Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

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