Is a minor revision rhinoplasty worth the risks? (photos)

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Hello, I had primary rhinoplasty last Sept. I've noticed I have a small residual hump either as a result of my healing process or the bone not being rasped quite enough. I respect my surgeon; he is leaving it up to me to decide whether or not I would prefer a touch-up after the 1 year mark. I would prefer a more curved-in look, but I am quite nervous about the risks associated with a secondary procedure. Are the risks the same or less and what would you recommend after seeing my photos? Thank you!!

Myriam Loyo, MD · Answer

Hi there, thank you for your photo and question. I agree with your surgeon that it really a personal decision. I do like your profile photos and it looks very natural, but if you want to further bring the bridge down it would require a revision (and it could look good too). All revisions are more complicated than primary surgeries, but having said that, addressing the bridge only would be simpler than a full revision making changes to the nasal tip. Take your time thinking about this. Good luck!

William Portuese, MD · Answer

Shaving down a minor bump like this is very straightforward with minimal risk.  A revision rhinoplasty is always harder than primary rhinoplasty, so it's important that your surgeon has plenty of experience with the procedure.

Oleh Slupchynskyj, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

Hi Katie, You will need a revision rhinoplasty to correct the dorsal hump that is still remaining. This is not difficult to revise.  At this point it is best to schedule a follow up appointment with the surgeon who performed the rhinoplasty procedure. You can also schedule consultations with additional facial plastic surgeons who have a lot of experience in revision rhinoplasties for a second opinion.  Best,Dr. S

Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired) · Answer

Your concern is so minor and the defect could be scar tissue.  Apparently, this bothers you as you would not have expressed the concern.  The revision can be done in an office setting using local anesthesia.  It is truly a minor problem that would take less than an hour, on average.

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