How can one soften internal scar tissue fast?

Question

I have scar tissue from a nose job last year. The doctor added some unknown procedure placing small piece of ear cartilage under the philtrum directly under my nose where it folds. It's removed, however, a scar tissue is there & still hard pushing up my nose when I smile. In many lights, esp lights overhead, I look very strange in photos. How can I soften this scar fast? Can't tell if a good nose job. So far, it looks bad due to my nose pushing upwards when I smile.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

You did not say how long ago your surgery was. Unfortunately, the body heals as it wants to and most scars mature over about a years time. There isn't much you can do to hasten the process.

Kim Taylor, FRACS · Answer

Gently massaging your nose & the firm areas should help (slowly) soften the scar tissue.  When noses have had tip work done (which it sounds like you've had at least 2 procedures) then it is quite common for it to feel very "woody".  Largely it just takes time for this to improve, but massage can help.  Sometimes it may be possible for your doctor to inject some steroid if there is excess scarring.  Check with your surgeon to see what they recommend.  All the best

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