I had Rhinoplasty 4 weeks ago and was told to wear tape on my nose for 6 weeks. 4 weeks into wearing the tape, I notice a small circle dent on the tip of my nose. I know its from the tape that goes vertically from side to side! Do you think the dent will go away or fill back up? I have stopped wearing the tape!
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In your situation, it's usually not about reducing the nostril size, but instead improving the length of the columella, the cartilage in the midline of the nose. There are grafts that can be placed to create a better relationship between the two. Be sure to see an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon...
It is likely that you have ENS. Normally there is some degree of resistance to airflow through the nose especially at the nasal valve which provides 50% of all resistance. Some estimate that the valve is responsible for 25% of airflow resistance from the nasal tip to the smallest...
Dear gunther18, Consultation with a rhinoplasty expert will help answer all of your questions. Most consultations are complimentary so this will allow you the option of no expenses while doing your interviewing for a potential surgeon. Digital imaging can be done at the time of consultation...