Hi, Its been a year since i did a goretex rhinoplasty. Recently, there is this red bump on the tip of my nose. It's been there for around a week, it is not painful and it doesn't go away (doesn't seem like an acne to me) I'm kinda worried about it, can anyone help me to identify what is causing it? Thanks
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Answer: You should bring your concerns about the redness on your nose to your surgeon, 1 year after a GoreTex Rhinoplasty.
Often times the ear does not give enough solid cartilage to provide enough dorsal projection. It is best to use your own rib or one can use Irradiated homograft costal cartilage.
No. Steroids will not reduce the bone content in this case it sounds and I would make sure you see a qualified nose surgeon before you consider this. Usually we use steroid for scars that are thick and we want to soften them or deter their formation.
The changes that you desire are commonly created with facial plastic surgery and/ or, in some cases, injectable fillers in the undereye area. With regard to specific recommendations or procedures to create those changes, you would need to submit photos or seek an in person consultation with a...
