7 days post tip/alarplasty. Scabs came off the incision site and looks like it's open. Will this resolve on its own? (Photo)

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I have more photos from my review if you need more. I was cleaning the area with warm water on a qtip and the scab came off and now the incision site looks like this. Is this normal? When the surgeon removed my stitches he also kept the scab there. He never told me to clean my nose with hydrogen peroxide or anything but now i wish i had.

John Layke, DO, FACS · Answer

Many times, alar base incisions may initially have a small separation, or dehiscence.  These usually heal well over the course of a few weeks.  In the event that they do not, they are simply corrected under local anesthesia in the office.  Avoid smoking, maintain adequate protein intake, and apply antibiotic ointment in the meantime.

Kristina Tansavatdi, MD · Answer

The incision looks to be healing well and there is just slight opening on the right side. This is not uncommon and usually heals well without need for revision of the incision. I would recommend applying aquaphor, neosporin or bacitracin ointment two to three times day until you see that it matches the other side. If you have any concerns reach out to your surgeon to get your questions answered.

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