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Is Mild Nostril Asymmetry Easily Fixable?

asked 9 months ago by SkylarS
Latest answer by Thomas A Lamperti, MD
Question viewed 215 times
Tags: nostrils, options, touch up, uneven

I had a rhinoplasty one month ago. Exactly five days post op, I accidentally removed a dissolvable stitch from my nose. My doctor said this is the cause for the slight asymmetry my nostrils now have. (the right one's larger and differently shaped). It bothers me as I notice it, and she recommended a steroid shot in 2 months, to make them even, or to re-stitch it in 6. Which is more recommendable for my case, and is it an easy touch up?

3 answers to Is Mild Nostril Asymmetry Easily Fixable?

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Fixing nostril asymmetry after rhinoplasty

I would recommend waiting to see how the nose heals on its own before having any refinement to the area. Asymmetric flare to the medial crural footplates is likely causing the nostrils findings. It sounds like the suture that was hold these cartilages in place was removed early. A steroid shot would help if there's extra scar tissue in the area. Differentiating the two causes would require an examination. The nostrils can be fixed but I wouldn't rush into anything in case things... more
Thomas A Lamperti, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drlamperti.com

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Nostril Asymmetry Following Rhinoplasty

Having slightly asymmetric nostrils is a common finding immediately after Rhinoplasty surgery and I would urge you to be patient. Often this is due to asymmetric swelling or scar tissue and I have seen it resolve on its own. If you try to be too aggressive with early treatment, you can end up chasing your tail. Better to wait several months (6 months ideally) until after most of the healing has occurred. Then, see what you have left over and go from there. On the... more
Andrew Winkler, MD

Lone Tree Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Asymmetric nostril

This is not uncommon after rhinoplasty. You should wait longer and see how it is after more swelling is gone. It does not appear significant enough now to try to intervene.
Michael L. Schwartz, MD

West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

www.palmbeachface.com

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