I am scheduled for a septorhinoplasty in 10 days, and I have already completed all my pre-operative consultations. My main goal is to avoid needing any further operations in the future. Recently, I’ve been thinking that I’d like to slightly straighten the upper part of my nose (the nasal bone), as I have a small bump from a past fracture, and I would prefer a smoother, flatter nose. However, I didn’t mention this during my pre-op discussions, and now I’m wondering if it’s too late to ask.
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Thankfully, none of our patients have had issues of chronic nasal pressure after rhinoplasty surgery. Since you desire to have clarity in this area, you may wish to consider visiting another reputable rhinoplasty specialist for a second opinion. A copy of your operative report might be helpful....
Based on your before and after profile appearances, I believe you have a pleasing result. Most people are able to feel the difference between their right side and the left side after they have a pump removed. The issue is when it becomes visible with thin skin. In our experience, microdroplets...
I would recommend a rhinoplasty. I would find an American Board of Plastic Surgery Certified Plastic Surgeon with experience in rhinoplasty, preferably one who has also completed a fellowship with The Aesthetic Society.
