As a child I'd get frequent sinus infections & stuffy nose. I now have allergies & sleep issues. If I stick my finger up my nose, the middle cartilage seems to be slanted to one side—though not visible when looking up my nostrils. A slight bridge deformity is noticeable in certain lighting/angles (pic 1) revealing an S shape. Both parents have more defined/taller bridges & sharper/less bulbous tip than mine. Could correcting the septum (if that's the issue) have ANY small aesthetic changes? Thnx
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November 20, 2017
Answer: Septoplasty, rhinoplasty and sinus surgery are different procedures
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.
NicI have been doing noses for 24 years and it is extremely rare for such an event to create a lasting problem. Given your story I would say that you probably did no harm whatsoever to your nose. Ice and antiinflammatories (Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, etc.) regularly until you see your surgeon. be...