I had alar notching and asymmetry from a closed rhinoplasty in 2014. Recently, Oct 2023 I had an alar rim graft placed to help but the nostril is still high and asymmetrical. Surgeon said it won’t get much better. After healing for another 8-10 months, could this silicone injection correct the remaining asymmetry? I sincerely and strongly prefer not to have any more surgery… thank you for your time…
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Answer: Microdroplet Silikon-1000 may be helpful for improving upon nostril symmetry.
Hello SarahGG, and thank you for your question about the safety and permanence of Silikon 1000.
Silikon 1000 is a permanent filler composed of liquid medical-grade silicone, and while it has been used off-label for cosmetic purposes, I do not consider it a safe option for most patients. Its...
Hello Dan91829, and thank you for your question about using Silikon 1000 to correct dents on your nose from glasses.
While Silikon 1000 may sound appealing as a quick, minimally invasive solution, I strongly caution against using it for this purpose. Silikon 1000 is a permanent filler made of...
Hello Sarah799, and thank you for your question about Silikon 1000 and why it may seem ineffective for you.
It is highly unusual for Silikon 1000 to "disappear" or stop showing results, as it is a permanent filler that does not get metabolized by the body. If your lips appear to return to their...