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First, no rhinoplasty is perfect and some deviation is inevitable with all septal work because no one can get it perfectly straight. In addition, at 4 months you likely still have swelling. Best to see your surgeon to discuss if concerned.
Thank you for your question. I concur with your previous advice about returning to the previous plastic surgeon. As there are numerous rhinoplasty techniques, he/she would know best. At your current stage you still do have an element of swelling which needs to be factored in as well. This swelling could take upwards of one year to fully subside. I hope this helps you and good luck.Fadi Chahin MD, FACSPlastic and Reconstructive SurgeryDiplomat-American Board of SurgeryDiplomat-American Board of Plastic Surgery
Rather than start to plan a revision, I would revisit the surgeon who did your surgery and ask about your concerns. There is still swelling at 3 months. The surgeon will know what has been done and what is expected at this interval.
Hi Ms. Hope,Since your nose bothers you a revision rhinoplasty would likely be of benefit. It appears that you have a so-called "parrot deformity" which is usually easily corrected. It occurs because there is excess tissue in the lower third of your profile. It is corrected by...
There may be room for improvement in both areas, but more photos will be necessary from different perspectives as well as understanding your specific goals that you have for each.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
I would wait a minimum of 9 months before a revision. If the dent is still present and bothersome, a revision with an osteotomy would be appropriate. Good Luck
Open versus closed rhinoplasty is a question based on the training of your surgeon. I perform an open technique and feel that it is much easier to make detailed, fine changes to the tip when you can see everything you are working on. However, this is an opinion, and many skilled...
Crooked nose with minimally invasive solution is filler to the right nasal bone depression. Or you could fracture the left nasal bone inward. I need to see photos for more info.
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