I had rhinoplasty to fix a deviated septum, but the doctor also raised my tip. This was never discussed and now I don't look like my self anymore. I am now very upset and depressed. Is it possible to undo the tip raising and bring it back to its original position?
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I would not revise a nose at 5 weeks given the information provided and the photos posted. I would wait at least 3 months to determine nasal bony width.
Closed reduction of the fracture is most likely what your surgeon is planning for you. This is simply re-setting or repositioning the bones to their pre-injury position. This can be done under local anesthetic, under sedation, or under anesthesia. Closed reduction is a simple,...
Yes it is!!!
i dont want to speak specifically to your situation, but the purpose of the splint is to reduce swelling (amoung other things). once it is removed the nose swells again.
i tell this to all of my patients when the splint comes off. i tell them the nose will swell...