Droopy nose when I smile is horrible. Can I benefit from cutting only the depressor septi muscle? (Photo)
August 15, 2022
Asked By:Funny137672 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, ארצות הברית
can I benefit from cutting only the depressor septi nasi muscle since I dont want to go for a full rhinoplasty? my nose drops so much and points down and my upper lip feels so tight while i smile. I also developed over the years a line above my lips, and developed a gummy smile as well which i did not have as a kid. last time I asked I actually didnt provide good pictures so I give one more shoot, hope for answers :)
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Hi there! In patient's with thin skin, the possibility for imperfections like bumps or depressions is much higher. Depending on the type of suture, it is possible that a bump is being created. Other possibilities include scar tissue, temporary swelling, prominent graft edges, or bony spicules....
Thank you for your question. It takes approximately 12 months for a nose to settle completely after rhinoplasty surgery. Especially with patients who have thick skin, it might even take longer. I don't think your surgery is an unsuccessful one but if you are still not happy with your results...
Hi there! Rhinoplasty is a great way to establish better harmony and proportions within the face. With a strong chin as in your case, it will be important to not create too small of a nose which may draw more attention to the chin. Increasing the rotation and projection (how far the nose sticks...