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What happened to my nose after revision? (Photo)

September 17, 2023
Asked By:ss124 in New York, New York

Had my first rhinoplasty in July 2018. I had a hanging collumella that I wanted to fix after the procedure. So, i Went in for revision with same doctor in May 2022. my nose got worse. The above photo is my nose 1 year after my first revision. Went to someone else July 27 2023 to actually correct the collumella, narrow the bridge, and shorten projection of the tip. The photo below is almost 2 months post second revision. What happened to me

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Answer: Possible swelling or need for revision

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