I have some ointment which contains kenalog which was given to me by a doctor to treat dry lips. Can I apply this ointment to my nose to improve it's appearance? I've had two rhinoplasties and my tip is full of scar tissue and I have a bony callus on the bridge of my nose.
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December 15, 2011
Answer: Not okay to apply topical kenalog ointment to the nose after rhinoplasty
Depending upon the extent of the "dent" on your nose your options range from a simple filler, to a full revision rhinoplasty requiring additional cartilage to help repair the depression. If you post photographs it is possible to give you more information. However, some small indentions in the ...
You appear to have had an excellent result from your recent rhinoplasty from the profile photograph. While you could have something done to partially restore your preoperative appearance, I would strongly recommend against it. Changing the appearance of one's nose can have...
It is possible to augment the bridge of the nose through several methods that can help restore an overly reduced nasal bridge. However, restoring a "bump" is more challenging as there are no aesthetic guides to know exactly how much you want replaced. The only real solution is to add additional...
