I will be at one year post op in May. My satisfaction level is okay, I’m not in love but also don’t hate it. My nose is extremely projected and too pointy for my face. I’m surely in need of a revision.
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Cutting the depressor septi Nasi: during surgery, the depressor septi nasi is sometimes cut in patients whose tips droop significantly and who have a very gummy smile. The effect of cutting this muscle is often transitory. The muscle often heals back together and regain its function. In order to...
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A large number of African American rhinoplasty patients have noses that lack clear definition, without any noticeable prominence at the edges. Augmenting the nasal bridge will create a more contoured shape. Narrowing the nasal bones will also help achieve this.
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Thank-you for your question! The length of the nose and the slight deviation do not usually change after this time, but the swelling does settle down and a clearer picture will emerge at the end of one year. At that time, you may discuss your options with your Plastic surgeon. In the meanwhile...
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