had Rhinoplasty 2 weeks. I naturally had a Dorsal Hump with a droopy tip. I STILL have Thr Dorsal Hump aftet surgery.I am Only swollen on the tip which I don't Mind. Yhe bridge Hump Is noticible, It's NOT Swelling, The skin is thin & I feel no difference. I wonder Could it be callus? Or is it just time... Do bones swell up too ? I've researched Rasping, Filing down the hump....I have a Appt with my doc May 27, Is rasping expensive? i know its early for worries but my Humpty Hump is still there
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August 7, 2019
Answer: Do I still have my dorsal hump or is this a callus?
Hello and thanks for your question.
In my clinical practice , I don’t recommend the any kind of ointment for internal stitches in rhinoplasty. Internal part of the nose is covered by the mucosal tissue and this tissue heals 2-4 days after the rhinoplasty. During the operation if the m...
Hello. Great question. I am sorry for your post op difficulties. The manipulation of the nasal bone and nasal cartilage causes an abundance of swelling on the nose. Swelling misguides the results of the procedure. It can take up to one year for all the swelling to go down. Keep following your...
The digitally altered photographs do appear realistic, but it's important to communicate your goals with your rhinoplasty surgeon. Rhinoplasty is an extremely difficult procedure, so choose your surgeon wisely based on extensive experience. A closed rhinoplasty can accomplish straightening the...