I have a really nice nose and I don't want the tip of it to droop when I get older. If the septoplasty is not performed perfectly, is there a chance the tip of my nose/cartilage in my nose will get botched/weakened and then drip down/get bigger/more swelled up over time?
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August 7, 2014
Answer: The nose will drop down over time. Slight upward rotation during surgery will rejuvenate the tip.
The symptoms you are describing do not sound abnormal at all. It may take several weeks to several months for the inside of your nose to be fully healed after septorhinoplasty. During that time, a variable degree of irritation, dryness, and discomfort can occur in addition to a blocked sensation...
This is a question I'm frequently asked because of the number of entertainers we see in our community. A septorinoplasty may improve the nasal quality to your voice. No guarantees are possible but an examination will help you establish reasonable expectations. I encourage you to strongly...