Inverted V deformity or swelling? (Photos)

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I had a rhinoplasty a month ago- i am worried because from below my nose has an inverted V appearance to it. However from a lateral view it looks fine, just what apparently is some bony calluses on the sides. So is this the calluses or should i be concerned? I'm scared I screwed it up from lightly picking it. :(

J. Phillip Garcia, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello,
It is difficult to tell whether you have an inverted V deformity based on the photos you've provided.  Based on the photos however, it looks like that is not present at this time.  One month after surgery is too early for any sort of bony callus to form.  It is also unlikely that any sort of picking caused any problems so rest assured.  Because you have thick skin and are only one month post op I would definitely recommend following up with your surgeon for reassurance and examinations as time progresses.  
Regards,

Jeffrey Watson, MD · Answer

Rest easy. You don't have an inverted V deformity. When it occurs it is not subtle and you can see it with or without flash. Bony calluses can occur after surgery as the bone reacts to healing. They can be sanded down easily later so don't worry too much about that :) Hang in there and hope this helped!
Jeffrey Watson
Fellowship Trained Rhinoplasty Specialist
M.D., Harvard Medical School

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