Primary revision results unhappy. Is there a way the bridge can be reinstated and made slightly wider? (Photo)

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Hi I am very upset with my result. The surgeon has shaved down my bridge without me wanting this and it’s now very thin and low with a lot of bumps that are highly noticeable. My skin is now really thin and I’m so upset. Is there a way by bridge can be reinstated and made slightly wider as it was previously? My tip in light also can see like a split effect running through it and it’s smaller than I wanted. I just want my bridge raised and slightly wider and my tip higher then my bridge and round

Oakley Smith, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Hi, It is better for you to consult with your facial plastic surgeon who can examine you and give you opinion based on examination. you can consider a revision surgery to fix and camouflage bridge irregularity and bumps after one year of your primary surgery.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Turn your photos, I see that you have relatively thin nasal skin, and I can tell that you are bothered by the irregularities that are showing through your skin after your surgery. Depending on your examination, microdroplet Silikon-1000 injections may be considered for camouflaging cartilaginous irregularities, and for leading to a more natural looking nasal appearance, without further surgery. I hope this helps! Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photographs, you may benefit from a revision with placement of a fascial dorsal onlay graft to help produce a smoother dorsal contour. With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified rhinoplasty surgeon who can evaluate you in person.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Primary revision results unhappy. Is there a way the bridge can be reinstated and made slightly wider? (Photo)

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