What can be done for extreme nostril pull as a result of too much skin removed during lip lift procedure?

February 20, 2019
Asked By:GwenBell in Los Angeles, CA

Too much skin was removed so the inside of my nose is pulled down and visible and my columella is stretched. My doctor said distortion wasn't possible due to his specific technique. That clearly wasn't the case because I now have a pig nose. Recently, he tried to anchor my nostrils higher but it didn't hold. Now, he is suggesting cinching my nostrils closer together. If that doesn't work he is telling me I need reconstructive surgery. My nostrils look disgusting. Is there any hope?

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February 28, 2019

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