Wondering if I continue to massage scar tissue on my nose years after a rhinoplasty if it will continue to go down?

Rhinoplasty is probably the most difficult cosmetic plastic procedure to master. While an experienced surgeon will have a lower rate of minor and major complications after surgery, and better looking outcomes overall, even the most experienced surgeons have cases that look great on the...

I am sorry to hear this and I understand your concerns: all very legitimate. Nevertheless I would recommend to follow strictly the prescription of your surgeon, especially during the most difficult time. Lab tests are essential in the management of any medical or surgical emergency and...

In my experience improving nasal breathing can help significantly with TMJ disorder symptoms in the long run.  In fact, I work with many dentists to improve the nasal airway for just this purpose.  This improvement happens because you sleep better with...

I advise my patients to refrain from heavy physical activity for about three weeks following rhinoplasty.  Having said that, I do encourage my patient to ambulate as much as they can if they are comfortable.  I would suggest setting your treadmill to the pace of a very casual walk without r...

At one week you are still very early in the healing process to determine exactly what your ultimate result will be. Give this at least 6 months to a year before deciding if the results are what you desired and discussed with your surgeon.Steven Turkeltaub, MD

The standard technique to narrow the bones of the nasal bridge is an osteotomy. Only in very rare cases can this be avoided. I use a technique called ultrasonic rhinoplasty to perform the bony reshaping which uses a piezotome to very precisely incise the bone and reshape it. This ...