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“Swelling/scar tissue altering appearance of nose.”

Rhinoplasty: Worth it

Cost: $4,000
Pain: Mild
Rhinoplasty satisfaction: Fair2 Star Rating: Fair
I recommend my Rhinoplasty provider: Name not provided
Why: If done well, it can change your outlook on yourself and life.

Hi!

I had rhinoplasty over 11 months ago (so basically a year ago).  My nose was not big by any means, however it was very high/slightly up-turned (so you could see right up it), and it had a slight curve to it.

My nose looked incredible when the splint came off! Now, the bottom half is noticeably swollen, to the point where it has changed the appearance of my short-lived, cute nose.

Today, I saw my surgeon. He commented on how the results up to now are just "so-so", and said that the soft spot on the lower half of my nose which is swollen is actually "scar tissue". He injected it on the spot, and told me to come back in 2 months for more injections. What are these injections, do they actually work to get rid of the scar tissue?

I feel like actual scar tissue could never go away, and is literally impossible to get rid of. Which really worries me, 3 other members of my family have had their noses done with this doctor and have never had to receive injections.

Also, the swelling/scar tissue, up until now, seemed to gradually be getting puffier and firmer. Will my nose continue to swell up and get worse? Will it ever get better? I'm really worried and upset.

Please give some tips and advice if you can, it will be much appreciated. Thank you!

Jan 23, 2009Comments and replies (1)

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M007
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1 Mar 2009

HI, WAS YOUR SURGERY EXTERNAL OR INTERNAL?

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