3 weeks ago, I had open rhinoplasty. I had the bump removed, nose straightened (my nose diverted to the right from front view) and had my tip pulled up because it was droopy. 3 weeks after my surgery, I used Q-tip to clean my nose since it was blocked by crusts and dried blood and I couldn't breath. I did insert the Q-tip a bit deep. I did not feel any pain or get any nose bleed. How would I know if I damaged my nose?
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Osteotomies performed during rhinoplasty heal quickly within a few weeks. After that period of time, the nasal bones are very durable. Find the plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs hundreds of rhinoplasties each year. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
Goretex has not been linked to cancer, but it does potentially carry some risks when used as an implant in the nose. It has a higher risk of infection, migration and extrusion than using tissue from your own nose (autologous grafts). Due to these risks, autologous grafts provide a...
This is probably your final result from a primary rhinoplasty. If you are not happy at this point, it's time for a discussion with your surgeon about revision.
