Can you trust the same surgeon for revisions? I feel like my nose is too upturned or “piggish”. I want a cute small straight nose. I attached photos of what I am talking about (Bella Thorne). My surgeon said he was going to give me a cute nose and his version and my version of cute must be different. I don’t know if I should go back to the same doctor for a revision or try another surgeon.
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December 18, 2018
Answer: Is it possible to achieve desired nose with revision?
What you describe is a relative common issue usually associated with open rhinoplasty techniques. Is your tip really stiff? In my estimation this is usually the problem, in that the tip is so unnaturally stiff after rhinoplasty that normal smile muscle activation creases the lip because the n...
It may take several days to begin seeing the effects of a steroid injection. In my experience, the effects of the injection itself can continue for 6-8 weeks. So, you may continue to see improvement during that time. For this reason, it is wise to wait a few months in between each injection.
At 2 months post-rhinoplasty, there is still a considerable amount of swelling present that can contribute to cosmetic concerns. Although there is a feeling of needing to revise the nose quickly, patience is key. I almost always recommend that patients wait a year or so before considering...