Using Acne Cream Which Contains Benzoyl Peroxide After Rhinoplasty

The problem you are describing is usually (but not always) related to strong muscles at the base of the nose which pull the nose down during smiling. If this is the only reason your tip is pulled down, the muscle can be divided under local anesthesia with oral Valium or similar medication.

It's probably okay that your cast came off a day or two early. I would let your surgeon know just to be sure, though. The cast is mainly there as protection (like wearing a helmet for your nose).

The versatility and safety of Gore Tex nasal implants has been well described. The likelihood of extrusion is less than 5%. If you're pleased by the appearance of your nose, enjoy your new look. I hope this helps you.

Hi Manny, It is not usual for the nose to twitch after Rhinoplasty. However the most common findings are as follows; Swelling and edema some degree of numbness or decreased sensation throbbing pain with exercise and severe physical activity paresthesia (feeling...

It is best to use kenalog injections conservatively to avoid over-correction. After the injection, swelling may resolve faster than it would have without the kenalog - it will be difficult for you to evaluate the effectiveness of this treatment - rely on your surgeon's judgement. Injections...

Taping won't help. You will have some tip drop but if you are dissatisfied at 6 months with the shortness this can be fixed by lengthening. This requires a skilled and very experienced revision rhinoplasty surgeon. You can look at revision before after photos on websites.