Do I have a nasal valve collapse?

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I had a rhinoplasty procedure done about 10 months ago. The doctor slightly Brought down my bridge as well as lifted my tip. He also discovered what he said was a deviated septum. (Never knew I had that.) I am noticing a line indentation on the right side of my nose as well as the nostril looking a little more sunk in than the other nostril. I know it is impossible for nostrils to be completely asymmetrical but something looks off. Is this the beginning of a collapse?

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

If your concern is largely cosmetic and not functional. Microdroplet Silikon-1000 nasal injections may be considered for filling a nasal tip indentation after rhinoplasty. If you are breathing well on the left, your nasal valve may be fine. Hope this helps. Dr Joseph

Andrew Miller, MD · Answer

Often times after rhinoplasty, as the swelling goes down, certain areas of indentation may be seen. It doesn't mean that there is nasal valve collapse. For that to happen, the crease would have to get deeper to the point where breathing becomes obstructed. Sometimes one side becomes indented before the other one. Be sure to discuss your concerns with your surgeon.

Samuel Lin, MD, FACS · Answer

There are nasal valves both inside the nose and more related to the external area of the nose-- I would followup with your surgeon regarding an examination inside the nose related to those areas and possible symptoms.. all the best

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