I have had two septoplasty’s. same surgeon. Both times, they have left my nose looking crooked and it’s hard to breathe. the nostril is colapsed on the right side. The first month I can breathe normal and it looks straight But then it colapses.. Possibly getting a third in Korea but I am wondering how successful It will be, and if they could revise my dorsal hump as well.. I am unsure if I have enough septal cartilage left, are there any procedures that can fix this problem?
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Based on your photos, you appear to have a wide and slightly crooked nasal bridge appearance. You're correct that spreader grafts may lead to a wider nasal appearance. Consider consulting with another reputable rhinoplasty specialist who offers computer imaging. Also consider procuring a copy of...
As you have had previous surgery due to trauma, I would recommend that you see a surgeon who is experienced in facial plastic surgery and nasal airway surgery. These can be either ENT or plastic surgeons who have done additional training in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. Your...
I have performed revision septoplasties and revision rhinoplasties many times over the past decade. They are always more challenging due to scarring (tissue planes are distorted), potentially less blood-flow to regions, and, as you commented, missing pieces. Some septoplasty surgeries can result...
