I went to my PS for the first follow-up since cast removal. i could see the straight line of the profile & slight hump on the upper bridge (swelling)..so he pushed down on it and molded it so hard i teared..and said for me to do it 3x a day..now its swollen and bruised in the middle..wierd..why?
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You have a very flat Naso-Frontal angle which contributes to this look but what you see is certainly very worrisome for a patient. Most of it should be swelling especially if grafts where placed. Make sure you see your doctor and have him examine you to reassure you. I have...
Smoking is strictly prohibited in cases where flaps are raised such as facelifts and MOHS reconstruction with flaps. Open Rhinoplasty also places the columella skin at greater risk in smokers. But the nose is very vascular and usually its not an issue. Just talk to your doctor...
