Waiting Before Having Broken Nose Fixed?

October 9, 2009
Asked By:concerned adult in suburban chicago

I broke my nose almost 3 weeks ago while out of town. I have been told by the ENT that I will now have to wait 3-6 months for surgery to straighten it with a plastic surgeon. Is this true?

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October 14, 2009

Answer: I don't advise my patients to wait so long after a displaced nasal fracture.

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October 14, 2009

Answer: I don't advise my patients to wait so long after a displaced nasal fracture.

David C. Pearson, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
October 12, 2009

Answer: Timing to Fix a Broken Nose

Richard W. Westreich, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
October 12, 2009

Answer: Timing to Fix a Broken Nose

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October 12, 2009

Answer: Broken Nose Can Be Immediately Fixed

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October 12, 2009

Answer: Nose Fracture, When is the Optimal Time to Have it Fixed?

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