I had a nose job 6 months ago and it looks abnormal from the side. My tip is over projecting and it’s way too pointed/lifted. The front looks fine though. When I touch my tip, it’s firm and almost rubbery. I assume It’s the cartilage that the skin rubs against. I suspect that it’s a saddle nose but I’m not sure.
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Hello! this seems to be a residual hump or cartilaginous bump. I don't think this will go away with time. You most likely will need a revision rhinoplasty. The tip also seems to be deviated and ala are asymmetrical. So you can speak with your operating surgeon for more insight. Hope this helps!
I would recommend following up with your surgeon and asking if they felt that Kenalog 10 injected into the tip and dorsum would not be a good idea for recalcitrant nasal swelling following rhinoplasty.
Much more information is needed, such as an internal examination of your nose to make sure there's not other issues besides internal valve collapse, that may be causing nasal obstruction. These could also include a deviated septum, turbinate hypertrophy, and allergies. It's also best to try and...
