I had an open rhinoplasty about 15 months ago. During the initial few months, you could feel the small bump but it was not visible. Since more swelling has gone down, the bump has become slightly more visible. It is very tiny, & I am probably the only one who notices it. I also have thin skin so I know that could play a factor as well. Is this bump something I should be concerned about? My surgeon does his revisions at no cost, can this be fixed in office Or should I just leave it alone?
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A functional rhinoplasty will usually result in grafts being placed to help support and strengthen the nose. However, with any trauma there is always a risk of the grafts weakening or fracturing. The grafts are usually secured to surrounding structures with sutures, but any trauma can...
Hello, It is possible to have a limited revision surgery to correct the nasal tip( tip plasty). The surgery can focus on the nasal tip only, therefore it will not be as extensive as your primary rhinoplasty
Good Afternoon! There are definitely options to improve your nasal appearance. 4 years is a long time to wait for changes. I tell my rhinoplasty patients that 1 - 1.5 year is when a majority of change is seen. To help with the flatness, more grafting may be needed to project the nose. This...
