I had a septoplasty with a renowned doctor last December.I asked the doctor to make both my nostrils leveled, and he did, but after the leveling, my entire nose looks noticeably shorter than before. I just want to know if there is any doctor out there who will be willing to correct my nose, despite that I already had a septoplasty. It is too short and too lifted for my taste. Is there a way to lengthen the columnella....or anything that can be done, to lengthen my nose. Thank you.
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October 1, 2014
Answer: Noses can be lengthened by revision rhinoplasty
A septoplasty is performed for a deviated septum which is caused from cartilage and bone blocking airflow through the nose. This is performed for medical necessity and does not change the shape of the nose. A deviated septum can only be diagnosed with an internal examination of the noseSinus...
At one month, you are just starting to have some of the swelling improve. The issue after septoplasties are that it causes the lining of the nose to swell and may look more swollen than before surgery. That being said, if the front of your septum is very crooked still, it may or may not totally...
Each surgeon has different protocols for surgery. It is also important to clarify whether you are asking about stents for internal use or splints for external use (typically post rhinoplasty). During the consultation process, you surgeon can clarify his or her approach.
