Is it too late to request a slight nose correction 10 days before surgery?

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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.

Peter Chang, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question!

I would contact the doctors office and ask to have an opportunity provided to you to consult further. You and your doctor need to be on the same page when it comes to post operative expectations and results prior to under going any surgical procedures. Best of luck!

Caner Kacmaz, MD · Answer

I see my patients in the morning of their surgery for final consultation. Most surgeons do the same. Your expectations will be discussed one more time before the surgery, therefore you can let your surgeon know about your final decision. Best of luck to you

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Frankly, if you have a small profile dorsal hump, I'm surprised that this was not brought up during your consultation with your rhinoplasty specialist. Goals of rhinoplasty surgery are to provide a less distracting nasal appearance, and a nose that breathes. If you feel that this bump would still be distracting, certainly bring it to the attention of your surgeon. If you are having second thoughts about your surgery, always go with your gut. Revision rhinoplasty is exponentially more difficult than primary rhinoplasty, and if you have any concerns whatsoever, time is on your side! Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Andrew Miller, MD · Answer

If you haven't had surgery, it is not too late. So either make a quick preop appointment to go over things or discuss it when the plan is discussed on the day of surgery. The more the surgeon knows about what you want, the better chance he or she can make you happy.

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. It is definitely not too late and any good surgeon should always be happy to speak with you prior to surgery. This is one of many reasons I gave all of my patients my personal cell phone number.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

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