Can my columella be fixed without a full revision at 8 months post op? (photos)

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I am currently 8 months post rhinoplasty and I'm really worried about the way my columella looks. Is this something that can be fixed without a full revision surgery? (photo)

Lexie Wang, MD · Answer

Your columella looks completely fine to me, just a little bit swollen, which is not uncommon given its location. You could consider a steroid injection to this site. I would talk about it with your surgeon. Otherwise, I can't really see what else you don't like about it and I certainly would not recommend a revision for this.

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photographs, it is likely possible to improve the contour of your columella with a procedure performed under local anesthesia. Additional photographs including a true side profile would be helpful in determining this.  With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified rhinoplasty surgeon who can evaluate you in person.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

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