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Nostrils Uneven After Nose Lengthening Surgery, Options To Fix This?
asked 1 year ago by sophie1987
Latest answer by Richard W. Fleming, MD
Question viewed 178 times
Tags: nostrils, options, uneven
1 of my nostril wing has a 3 mm lower outer corner than the other 3 months after nose-lengthening surgery+correction of over-exposed nostrils with alar rim graft. since i do NOT want the higher nostril wing to be grafted additionally to meet the lower one, can i ask him to excise the lowest corner of the nostril wing, so it will be higher by abt. 2 mm? also, can i excise the tissue at the top of the nostril wing, cos my nostril wings are kinda big. i am thin-skinned, Asian.
4 answers to Nostrils Uneven After Nose Lengthening Surgery, Options To Fix This?
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Nostril Asymmetry 3 Months after Rhinoplasty
You cannot judge nostril symmetry 3months after your rhinoplasty. If you're not satisfied after another 6 months a minor revision will improve your appearance.
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Nostril asymmetry at 3 months
Three months post surgery is still very early for you to judge the results of your surgery, and typically it is a good idea to wait about one year before seeking a revision. There are a few minimally invasive options for improving nostril symmetry and a lower nostril can be elevated is desired and aesthetically appropriate.
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Rhinoplasty revision
Alar rim height may not be stable for as long as a year after surgery, especially when grafts have been used. I suggest daily massage to raise the low side and lower the right side. Do this regularly and expect the most results by gently tugging the high side down by grabbing your nostril edge with thumb and index finger. If asymmetry persists when you are twelve months out from your procedure surgical revision may be considered. Revision rhinoplasty, especially after...
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Nostrils uneven after rhinoplasty
This is a terrific question and one that poses significant quandries for you and the surgeon. The short answer to this question is that before you consider any revision or further surgery you will want to wait a full 12 months prior to engaging in another consult. Stick with the primary surgeon and ride out this period of healing. Dramatic changes will occur in the nostril ala (rim) during this time frame and you might find that the 3mm turns into 1mm after all the swelling...
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