Is it normal for my incision to be red and irritated after stitches are removed? (photo)

Shrink wrapping after rhinoplasty refers to the process where the soft tissue overlying the cartilage and bone framework of your nose will contract down to more tightly adhere to the underlying structure. This process of shrink wrapping can take upwards of two years before it plateaus completely...

Generally most swelling/lumpiness/pinkness will fade over time and most columellar scars heal very well. However, if the scar looks terrible at 7 weeks, the improvement with time may not get you to the point that you are happy. So, in rare circumstances I will revise a scar sooner than normal....

You have a classic deformity know as a "Q deformity" following alar base reductions. Corrective surgery may be performed after you have waited for the scars to fully soften and settle, usually at least 9 months and often 12 months after alar base reductions. This is not just a scar revision, but...