Had primary open rhinoplasty 3 months ago. As soon as the splint was removed I noticed a new bump on my right 3/4 profile. If I run my fingers down the sides of my nose it is evident that the nasal bones have shifted to one side, causing the bump. I Contacted my surgeon and was told that it can be fixed with a quick in-office procedure where the bone would be shaved down. However, how does this fix the fact that my nasal bones are shifted/deviated? I'm here to get a second opinion...please help.
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Hello. Hi there. Rhinoplasty (nose reshaping surgery) to address a wide nose is a common request. To answer your question, osteotomies are required to reposition a wide nose closer to the midline.If you like, please follow the link below. The article on Nasal Analysis contains many...
Hi Cynthia,
Cancel your surgery! You should not have elective surgery for at least 9 to 12 months after Accutane treatment. Retin-A can be stopped about one week before a procedure. Good luck and be well.
Dr. P
Hello Amin,
Did you ask the doctor to make your nostrils smaller? They look symmetric and yes, give it time for swelling on the inside and outside to resolve, and I think you'll be fine. Discuss this with your doctor and if still having problems, it can be reversed...