Protruding bone/cartilage on the nose bridge 3 years post-op rhinoplasty - advice? (photos)
February 20, 2022
Asked By:pllln in La Celle-sous-Gouzon, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France
I had rhinoplasty performed 3 years ago. Recently it seems like there's a protruding piece of cartilage/bone on my nose bridge. Ever since surgery my nose bridge was very ridged and uneven but it wasn't visible. Now there's also some discolouration (very white skin) where the bump is protruding. I am worried it might get worse since I currently have to wear tight-fitting ffp2 masks every day, which seems to be the cause of it. What can I do?The skin seems very thin around that area.
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Answer: What is the protrusion on your nasal bridge?
Based on the pictures I can see, I believe you would benefit from upper Blepharoplasty. I don't think that Brow Lift is necessary at this point as I see the shape and the position of the brows is in the right place. in regards to the nose, I believe that you could benefit from a properly...
Hi @Fabulous1800. I'm sorry about your experience. What you are describing seems to be a suture. I would recommend seeing a rhinoplasty specialist to remove the remainder of the suture. Best of luck, Dr. Nima.
In general, people with thin nasal skin like yours may see a final result by 14 months postop. It is unlikely that a Kenalog injection would benefit you at this point. If you are terribly unhappy with the width of your tip, revision rhinoplasty may be necessary, depending on your examination....