Dog did not get cartilage, only lower part of nostril. Are there any other options beyond surgery?
Answer: Dog bite injury to nose ! Seek out a Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon with vast experience dealing with traumatic injuries to the nose. Your photos help us get a better idea of the asymmetry that you are concerned about, but the most important aspect of your situation is time !! If you start to develop a raised painful scar in the area, you may be developing a hypertrophic or keloid scar which may need to be addressed by your chosen surgeon sooner rather than later. If there are no aspects of your healing suggesting a keloid scar, you need to let the area heal for at least 12 to 18 months before a careful history and physical examination performed by an expert will reveal whether anything needs to be done to address your concerns. Happy healing
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Answer: Dog bite injury to nose ! Seek out a Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon with vast experience dealing with traumatic injuries to the nose. Your photos help us get a better idea of the asymmetry that you are concerned about, but the most important aspect of your situation is time !! If you start to develop a raised painful scar in the area, you may be developing a hypertrophic or keloid scar which may need to be addressed by your chosen surgeon sooner rather than later. If there are no aspects of your healing suggesting a keloid scar, you need to let the area heal for at least 12 to 18 months before a careful history and physical examination performed by an expert will reveal whether anything needs to be done to address your concerns. Happy healing
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July 17, 2017
Answer: Dog bite split nostril open 2.5 months ago. It's now uneven. Will it go back to normal or should I consider surgery? Thank you for your question.
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July 17, 2017
Answer: Dog bite split nostril open 2.5 months ago. It's now uneven. Will it go back to normal or should I consider surgery? Thank you for your question.
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July 8, 2017
Answer: Dog bite on Nose Sorry about the dog bite. From the photo (poor quality image though) it does not appear too bad. At this time, with a few months of healing, the best and recommended option is watchful waiting. Do not do anything at this time. It take about 12-15 month for the wound to mature. Most likely it will greatly improve and no future treatment would be needed. If you are concerned, please see a facial plastic surgeon to be evaluated. Don't treat yourself with only internet medical treatment! Be patient!
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July 8, 2017
Answer: Dog bite on Nose Sorry about the dog bite. From the photo (poor quality image though) it does not appear too bad. At this time, with a few months of healing, the best and recommended option is watchful waiting. Do not do anything at this time. It take about 12-15 month for the wound to mature. Most likely it will greatly improve and no future treatment would be needed. If you are concerned, please see a facial plastic surgeon to be evaluated. Don't treat yourself with only internet medical treatment! Be patient!
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Answer: Dog bite 2.5 months ago Thank you for the question and pictures. Based on the information you provided, I think that you should give this time. Your nose does not "look" infected, though it does look like you have some swelling that is yet to resolve. Giving this another 6 months to see how the swelling responds to time is what I would recommend. Good luck!
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Answer: Dog bite 2.5 months ago Thank you for the question and pictures. Based on the information you provided, I think that you should give this time. Your nose does not "look" infected, though it does look like you have some swelling that is yet to resolve. Giving this another 6 months to see how the swelling responds to time is what I would recommend. Good luck!
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July 14, 2017
Answer: Dog bite split nostril open 2.5 months ago. It's now uneven. Will it go back to normal or should I consider surgery? The photo is unclear. Based on the information you have shared, I would wait a few months until the scars are mature, and hopefully surgery will not be needed.
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July 14, 2017
Answer: Dog bite split nostril open 2.5 months ago. It's now uneven. Will it go back to normal or should I consider surgery? The photo is unclear. Based on the information you have shared, I would wait a few months until the scars are mature, and hopefully surgery will not be needed.
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