I had a rib graft rhinoplasty 14 days ago. They removed a scar on the philtrum I had from a cleft lip, did a maxillary labial frenuloplasty, and a lip fat graft. I'm worried about my smile because my lip hangs lower and covers my top teeth. There's a stiffness under my nose that I have to fight in order to smile. I've been stretching it as much as possible to try to loosen it. Should I continue? Will it ever not feel stiff anymore? It seems structural and I'm worried I'll always feel it.
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Thanks for your question. After 6 weeks, there should not be any issue riding a rollercoaster. Your bones still haven't completely healed in place, so I would be cautious, but I cannot foresee any issues with a roller coaster. Have fun!
Interestingly enough, I had a patient of mine a few months ago ask for the exact same thing! To be honest with you, without seeing the rest of your nose and face, it is difficult to assess how achievable and realistic your expectations are. You have very poorly defined tip cartilages...
It is completely normal to see some irregularities in the nose as the different cartilages can be different shapes or in different positions. It would be best to see an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon for consultation to find out what can or cannot be done. Indentations can often be filled in,...
