Nasal trauma, with enough force, can cause lasting changes in the appearance of the nose. Typically, a cracking sound indicates that the nasal bones, or nasal cartilages have shifted in position. The initial treatment, within approximately 7 days, is a closed reduction, where the bone/cartilage can be shifted back into position. If there is still a change in the appearance, a rhinoplasty may be required to improve the contour. Swelling in the nose can last several weeks, and therefore it makes sense to wait a little while to decide whether you need an operation or not.
The shape of the eyebrows often determine how others interpret your mood. Sad or tired are two of the most common descriptions, even though the person may not actually feel this way. This is a very common scenario. Essentially, a brow lift, or a temple lift can change the direction and position of the eyebrows. There are limitations with this type of surgery, so it is important to have an open discussion and ensure that your expectations are in keeping with what your surgeon can do.
If you've broken your nose, you should see an MD. It is important to make sure you don't have a collection of blood around the septum which is the midline cartilage in the nose. This type of collection of blood needs to be drained to avoid further complications. If there is blood in the nasal passages, gently rinsing the nose with a saline (salt water) solution should gradually clear out the dried blood. Blowing your nose will tend to increase bleeding during the initial few days. Depending on how severe the nose has been injured, it could take several days for the crusts and blood to clear.
Nasolabial folds can be treated in a variety of ways. Younger women typically will be looking for non-invasive methods such as fillers or fat injections to improve the shadowing effect caused by the nasolabial folds. These can give great results, with minimal risks, and minimal down time. As the folds become more prominent, and soft tissues of the face age as well, a facelift or cheeklift may give more dramatic, longer lasting results, but with more downtime. It really has to do with your expectations, and this is why it is important to discuss these with your surgeon.
Septoplasties can change the external appearance of the nose, but in rare circumstances. Typically, septoplasties in conjunction with rhinoplasty (Septorhinoplasty) will have the effect of straightening the septum, and change the external appearance of the nose. Xerxes
