Do I need revision rhinoplasty to fix a dent in my nostril (5 years post-op)? (Photos)

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I’ve had this dent in my nostril since a few weeks after my rhinoplasty 5 years ago. My surgeon at the time said it would go away but it’s been 5 years and it’s still there. Short after my rhinoplasty my surgeon retired so I was never able to get answers as to why it happened and why I have a lump inside my nostril where the dent is. Do I need to have another rhinoplasty to fix this issue?

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Hello, and thank you for providing images along with your question. Based on these photos, the dent seems to be a result of a complication on your lower lateral cartilage. A cartilage graft can be placed to correct this deformity, or you may try dermal fillers to see how it would look temporarily. I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with a reputable board-certified facial plastic surgeon, particularly one with a strong rhinoplasty portfolio. Such experts will have a deep understanding of the aesthetic and functional elements of the nose and have the ability to fix deformities –all while having an eye for symmetry and balance. During your consultation, your surgeon will evaluate your nose, determine your eligibility for revision rhinoplasty, and ensure the best possible results. Good luck!

Man Koon Suh, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. The cause of dented ala of left side seems to be buckling of lower lateral cartilage of left side, which is not rare among tip plasty complications.Because of buckling of lower lateral cartilage, outside of the alar looks dented and inside has a bulging (bump).Correction steps will be realignment of buckled lateral crus of lower lateral cartilage and stent graft with lateral crural onlay or strut graft using septal or ear cartilage.

H. Baki Yilmaz, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi. Mr. I am Asc. Prof. Dr. H. Baki YILMAZ (ENT surgeon) from Istanbul, Turkey. You have a problem with your lower lat. cartilage cephalic part. this problem can be solved with the filling to be made in that area, but there are also problems in the shape of your nose and especially in your nostrils. so you have to have surgery again.

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