I am 3 weeks post op for septo rhino. During my consultation I mentioned I wanted to remove my hump and also mentioned the tip of my nose points left wanting it straightened. My surgeon said he would not touch the tip and now I am regretting not asking why? I read that it Takes time for the swelling I subside but I can’t help believing that I won’t require a revision as it appears to be quite off still.
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July 3, 2018
Answer: Would a revision rhinoplasty straight my nose?
In cosmetic rhinoplasty is a skin/soft tissue envelope which is too badly scarred to re-operate on (this would require very complex reconstructive techniques we normally reserve for difficult reconstructive cases)..provided that your nasal skin is still supple, a revision is 'possible' but w...
There are a few options available to bring your bridge back to where you would like. To learn which options are best for you, I would recommend you consult with at least 2 board certified facial plastic surgeons who are experienced in facial cosmetic surgery, specifically rev...
A minor revision, such as rasping a small bony irregularity carries few risks. Timing of the repair is an issue. It usually takes a full year for the scar tissue under the skin to fully soften. Adhesions between the periosteum of the bone (the lining) and the skin are common...
