Hi! I had surgery awhile back and am looking to have my revision in January 2021. Looking at the tip of my nose, what are some recommendations of potential techniques for trying to refine its appearance and make things look more natural? Nose bridge is thin, profile is fine, projection is average (could use a bit more imo). Tip lacks definition to me.
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Hi @WTrigleth. Thank you for sharing your photos. I recommend seeing an expert revision rhinoplasty specialist for an in person examination. There are several options for you that can be determined after examination.
Best of luck,
Dr. Nima
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Depending on whether the supratip area feels like skin or cartilage and your skin thickness, a kenalog injection may be helpful. Hard to tell without seeing you but you can consider it. As you mentioned you're too early in the healing period to consider another surgeon so give it time.