Fixing a deformed broken nose. How long do I have to wait? Could it be less than 7 months? Will my nose ever be the same?

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I was attacked at the end of November and one of the injuries I suffered was a broken nose, I visited the ent surgeon and they decided to re manipulate my nose, they did say that it is possible that it will be unsuccessful, as the cartilage had come off the bone and due to the pressure of the blow I recieved my nasal bone has spread out making it wider I had to wear a splint for 2 weeks and now that I've taken it off my nose isn't fixed I've been told by my gp that I will have to wait 6 months

Stephen Weber MD, FACS · Answer

With regard to the specifics of your care, you'll need to seek a consultation for individual advice. However, it is not typically necessary to wait 6 months to perform a rhinoplasty to repair a nasal fracture after failed closed reduction. Usually, somewhere between 6 weeks and 3 months is adequate time to heal. I am not sure how much experience your GP has with facial trauma but I would recommend consulting with someone who has alot of nasal reconstruction/ trauma experience for further information. I hope this information is helpful for you.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

I would have to examine you to make a determination about this.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA....

William Portuese, MD · Answer

Yes, it is acceptable to undergo a broken nose repair with rhinoplasty 7 months after the nasal trauma. An asymmetrical dorsal hump will need to be shaved down, and the nose bones re-set with osteotomies. A cast will be applied across the bridge of the nose for one week and anticipate 2 weeks of bruising and swelling after the procedure. For many examples and more information, please see the link and the video below

Michael T. Somenek, MD · Answer

It is not uncommon to have asymmetries present after having a reduction of the nasal fracture. It is best to wait 4-6 weeks for the swelling to continue to decrease. At that time if you still are noticing asymmetries that you want to get addressed, it is best to seek consultation with a rhinoplasty specialist so that you can get a thorough evaluation to determine if you would be a good candidate for the surgery.

Richard W. Fleming, MD (retired) · Answer

Usually it is not necessary to wait 6 months for surgery after a nasal fracture. That will depend on the severity of the trauma and the amount of swelling that is present. I would consult with a rhinoplasty specialist to discuss the timing of an open repair of the injuries.

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