I have posted some photos in a previous question. I believe that my eyes are too far apart, which is something contributes to my facial asymmetry. However, I've read in an article on this site that the distance between the eyes cannot be corrected. I've also heard, that it can be done, but only for reconstructive reasons. Can I do something else to correct this? Would a nose job give the illusion that my eyes are close-set? Thanks and Happy New Year !!
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The shape of the nose can be changed by a sudden impact from a frontall or tangential blow to the nose. There are several issues that can occur which include fracturing one or both nasal bones, fracturing one or both upper lateral cartilages off of the nasal bone, or a deviated septum created...
The nasal bone is further in than the upper lateral cartilage. There still may be some swelling in the area of the upper lat and you should wait for a year after the procedure. If the deformity persists, then either the upper lat should be moved in or the nasal bone moved out. ...
You have a really nice result, your surgeon did a great job. Don't think the injury did any damage. After five weeks a rhinoplasty is pretty sturdy. You have some slight asymmetry of your nose which is not unusual since your nose was quite crooked before surgery, but probably...
