I had rhinoplasty 6 months ago and my nose looks worse than before, it’s too overprojected and uneven nostrils, my right one you can see the bone shape where it was cut through my skin? Please what are my options? I am being told to be patient but it looks worse every day!
October 12, 2018
Answer: Is this Mid Vault Collapse after Rhinoplasty Dear Atasel2, While it does not appear that you have mid vault collapse I can certainly see your current concerns with your results and these will need addressing down the road with revision rhinoplasty. It is preferred to not perform revision surgery for one year following your original procedure. However you can start the process of secondary opinions at any time. I would suggest that you seek some secondary consultations and request a copy of your operative report from your surgeon and your original pre-operative photographs. I would also suggest that when you have revision surgery that you discuss chin augmentation with the surgeon. You have a weak chin and this can be corrected with an implant and will provide you with a balanced profile and overall improved facial aesthetics. Have imaging performed during consultation so that you have an agreed upon result. Review the surgeons before and afters to ensure natural looking noses and expertise in this field. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.
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October 12, 2018
Answer: Is this Mid Vault Collapse after Rhinoplasty Dear Atasel2, While it does not appear that you have mid vault collapse I can certainly see your current concerns with your results and these will need addressing down the road with revision rhinoplasty. It is preferred to not perform revision surgery for one year following your original procedure. However you can start the process of secondary opinions at any time. I would suggest that you seek some secondary consultations and request a copy of your operative report from your surgeon and your original pre-operative photographs. I would also suggest that when you have revision surgery that you discuss chin augmentation with the surgeon. You have a weak chin and this can be corrected with an implant and will provide you with a balanced profile and overall improved facial aesthetics. Have imaging performed during consultation so that you have an agreed upon result. Review the surgeons before and afters to ensure natural looking noses and expertise in this field. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.
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