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I hit my nose 3 months after Rhinoplasty. Is it possible my nose shape might change?

I had rhinoplasty before 3 months today i hit my nose with my bag when i took it to put somewhere above . It hit under my nose with bag zip it hurted little but there is no pain or bleeding now it didnt bleed is that problem for me to change shape. After 3 months is that pretty enough tough for such hits ?

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Hit to nose after Rhinoplasty

September 10th, 2014
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Turkishgirl,

After 3 months post op, I do not think this hit would cause permanent change to the nose shape. However, if the hit was hard enough, a slight alteration may have occurred. I suggest making an appointment to see your doctor for a check up on your progress.

I hope this helps!
Dr. Ali Sajjadian

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Ali Sajjadian, MD, FACS


Orange County Plastic Surgeon
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I hit my nose 3 months after Rhinoplasty. Is it possible my nose shape might change?

May 2nd, 2014
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It is possible to cause damage to the nose 3 months after rhinoplasty. It is unlikely any permanent damage was caused, but I would recommend following up with your surgeon for an exam. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck. 

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Paul S. Nassif, MD

Paul S. Nassif, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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I hit my nose 3 months after Rhinoplasty. Is it possible my nose shape might change?

April 15th, 2014
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You can still damage your nose at 3 months post op Rhinoplasty.   Follow up with your Plastic Surgeon for an exam to confirm that you are healing correctly.
Robert E. Zaworski, MD

Robert E. Zaworski, MD
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon
4.9 out of 5 stars 55 reviews

Nose hit 3 months after rhinoplasty

April 10th, 2014
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It still would be possible to damage a nose by a hit 3 months after rhinoplasty surgery, but the from the description you provided of the hit, I doubt there would be any permanent damage to your nose.  If you are concerned, I would contact your surgeon to be examined.  
Michael I. Echavez, MD

Michael I. Echavez, MD
San Francisco Facial Plastic Surgeon
4.7 out of 5 stars 17 reviews

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