Will uneven supra alar crease in nostrils resolve in a few months when all swelling subsides, or do I need a revision? (Photo)

February 14, 2015
Asked By:mildness in Los Angeles, CA

Hi, I am 2 weeks post op after rhino, septo & turb. reduction. 1 nostril is bigger than the other and has a deep supra alar crease. The other is smaller & lacks much of a crease. My dr said 1 side was harder work than the other & this was apparent because there was more bruising on that side of my face during healing. The side that appears smaller and more swollen, with less of a crease is the side that was worked on less. There's uneven swelling I'm sure. Will the creases become even over time?

4 photos

Answers (3)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
VOTED MOST HELPFUL
February 15, 2015

Answer: Will uneven supra alar crease in nostrils resolve in a few months when all swelling subsides, or do I need a revision?

Stephen Weber MD, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
VOTED MOST HELPFUL
February 15, 2015

Answer: Will uneven supra alar crease in nostrils resolve in a few months when all swelling subsides, or do I need a revision?

Stephen Weber MD, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
February 15, 2015

Answer: Supra alar crease after rhinoplasty, two weeks.

Toby Mayer, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
February 15, 2015

Answer: Supra alar crease after rhinoplasty, two weeks.

Toby Mayer, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
MOST RECENT
February 21, 2015

Answer: Way too soon

MOST RECENT
February 21, 2015

Answer: Way too soon

Recommended reading

Rhinoplasty

Everything you need to know about Rhinoplasty

  • 90% worth it
  • 21.6k reviews
  • Avg cost: $11,170
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Recommended reading

Rhinoplasty

Everything you need to know about Rhinoplasty

  • 90% worth it
  • 21.6k reviews
  • Avg cost: $11,170
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT