Revision Rhinoplasty - Is this worth getting fixed or is there a chance it would be worse? (photos)

Question

HHello I had sinus surgery with a slight rhinoplasty several years ago and the t gotten more crooked. I like my nose now in real life but the asymmetry bothers me close up in pictures. Is this worth getting fixed or is there a chance it would be worse?

Konstantin Tarashansky, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello - Thank you for your question and for providing photos! The asymmetry of the nostrils is something that can be fixed with a revision procedure. It is up to you to decide whether or not you'd like to proceed with an entire revision rhinoplasty surgery. Good luck!

Barry M. Weintraub, MD, FACS · Answer

Your nose does appear to be crooked, and a revision rhinoplasty surgery would likely be necessary to address the issue. However, a physical exam would be needed to understand what exactly is causing the crookedness and how best address it. With all revision surgeries there are risks; an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon will help to navigate those risks and keep you out of trouble. At first look, just based on the photos, it appears that the risk/reward ratio is in your favor. Revision rhinoplasty is a very technical surgery and should be left to the experts, so please consult with a board certified plastic surgeon who has decades of experience with revision rhinoplasty surgery.

Cem Altindag, MD · Answer

Hi, thank you for your question. It would be your decision whether you want a new, better nose or not although surgery has risks. Technically speaking, I see some deformities such as depression on one side, axis deviation, tip deformity etc. Actually, if you are happy, do not think surgery. If the nose appearance bothers you for a long time, you may make a plan. Regards. OprDr.Cem Altindag The Nose Clinic Istanbul TR

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

It appears there are some simple low risk things that could be done in your case. The lower edge of your septum is off to the side and simply trimming a little cartilage the would give worthwhile improvement

Jeffrey C. Hamm, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi and welcome to our forum!
Although we have only an anterior and "worm's eye" view of your nose, the asymmetry of the nostrils is apparent. In addition, there appears to be a localized lesion at the nasal dome (although it could be artefactual. The columella is slanted and the nasal septum appears displaced.
Revisional surgery is to be considered for correction. 
Visit a board certified plastic surgeon for evaluation and discussion.
Best wishes...

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