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Would a kenalog injection on the fuller side of nose tip help to reduce the size?

raerae8484Jun 22, 2024
Hello, I had revision surgery on the tip of my nose and feel it's not symmetrical. One side is much fuller and I'm wondering if it's scar tissue or surgery error. I've asked my surgeon about it but he gave me a vague answer. Do you think a kenalog injection on the fuller side would be helpful to reduce the size?

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Eric M. Joseph, MD

Kenalog injections may be helpful for swelling and scar tissue in the supratip area. Injections into the nasal tip may lead to skin atrophy. I hope this is helpful, and thank you for your question. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

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Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS

Hello and thank you for your question. It really depends on how far out from surgery you are. If you are just several months postop, then you should definitely allow more time for the swelling to resolve. If you are longer then yes in the future grafts can be removed and a revision can be...

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The good news is that if you have a persistently under operated nose, it's an easier fix than a nose that has had too much taken away. We have seen cases similar to yours where somebody goes for a second operation and things simply don't change that much. Please consider getting a copy of your...

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