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Nostrils and lip lack natural curve after revision rhinoplasty. Are these my final results? (photo)

110919Jan 12, 2023
It’s been nearly 9 months after my revision rhinoplasty and my nostrils and tip look strange, like straight lines instead of a natural curve, and my nose tip looks extremely unnatural looking. Why does it look like this and will it go away? I thought most of the swelling is gone, so is this what my results look like?

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Dr. David M. Kowalczyk, MD, MBA, FACS
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Answered on Jan 19, 2023
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William Portuese, MD

What you're seeing up your nostril is a prominent foot the lower lateral cartilage which is pushing into your airway. A thorough internal examination of your nose also required to make a determination if there's any other issues such as valve collapse, deviated septum, or turbinate hypertrophy....

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Mark K. Markarian, MD, MSPH, FACS

Hello and thank you for your question. Although an exam in person is ideal, and without any photographs, I would recommend surgical improvement of your collapsed external/internal nasal valve (as indicated). Due to your prior rhinoplasty, the cartilage in your septum was likely harvested and...

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Eric M. Joseph, MD

Based on your narrative, it’s not clear what are you looking to achieve with another rhinoplasty. Since you have a pleasing nasal appearance, sometimes it’s best to leave well enough alone. Hope this helps. Dr. Joseph.

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