the highly visible columella scar is what bothers me (screams: i had a nose job to everyone I've having conversations with). i don't mind the hanging columella that much. How can my columella scar be made in such a way that it's visible only if someone is looking under my nose?
October 31, 2017
Answer: Columellar Scar Revision Depending on how long it's been since you underwent an open rhinoplasty, an easy fix is simply a scar revision. Meticulous reapproximation of wound edges, combined with mattress sutures, scar massage, avoidance of direct sunlight, and silicone gels can improve the appearance of your scar.
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October 31, 2017
Answer: Columellar Scar Revision Depending on how long it's been since you underwent an open rhinoplasty, an easy fix is simply a scar revision. Meticulous reapproximation of wound edges, combined with mattress sutures, scar massage, avoidance of direct sunlight, and silicone gels can improve the appearance of your scar.
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Answer: How long does the columellar scar after #rhinoplasty with #opentip take to fade? Most surgeons believe it takes 12 months or more for a scar to optimally "fade" or blend to its final state, so I would suggest you give it time. The other thing to know is that it is very common after rhinoplasty (as well as other cosmetic procedures) for the patient to scrutinize the result to a much greater degree than the patient scrutinized the preoperative appearance. It is also common that a patient will see her own scars/asymmetries much more visibly than a casual or even closely related observer would notice (or care). Be patient and discuss your progress with your surgeon at your regular checkups.
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Answer: How long does the columellar scar after #rhinoplasty with #opentip take to fade? Most surgeons believe it takes 12 months or more for a scar to optimally "fade" or blend to its final state, so I would suggest you give it time. The other thing to know is that it is very common after rhinoplasty (as well as other cosmetic procedures) for the patient to scrutinize the result to a much greater degree than the patient scrutinized the preoperative appearance. It is also common that a patient will see her own scars/asymmetries much more visibly than a casual or even closely related observer would notice (or care). Be patient and discuss your progress with your surgeon at your regular checkups.
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