I had a rhinoplasty a year ago for deviated septum where nose was broken and realigned and my nose still looks extremely swollen and longer like an elephant. The bridge is higher between the eyes and I can't even smile anymore at all because upper teeth don't show. I have generally thick skin and it feels as if the nose does not adhere to the bone as it did prior. I am very worried and looking into revision. How much smaller can a revision make a nose?
January 9, 2015
Answer: How much smaller can a revision rhinoplasty make a nose?
Hello, and sorry to hear you are not happy with your surgery. It is difficult to provide you with specific advice without seeing any photos. The degree to which a nose can be made smaller depends on the individual circumstances of the patient, and an exam would be necessary to answer your question. In general, patient's with thick skin may not always achieve the level of definition they desire. I would recommend a consult with a board certified revision rhinoplasty specialist. He or she will be able to evaluate your nose in person and provide you with advice. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.
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January 9, 2015
Answer: How much smaller can a revision rhinoplasty make a nose?
Hello, and sorry to hear you are not happy with your surgery. It is difficult to provide you with specific advice without seeing any photos. The degree to which a nose can be made smaller depends on the individual circumstances of the patient, and an exam would be necessary to answer your question. In general, patient's with thick skin may not always achieve the level of definition they desire. I would recommend a consult with a board certified revision rhinoplasty specialist. He or she will be able to evaluate your nose in person and provide you with advice. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.
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September 17, 2013
Answer: Can a revision Rhinoplasty make a nose smaller?
A picture would be worth a lot in this instance. Lacking photos, your only option is to have an experienced surgeon examine your nose. It can most likely be improved but many times the surgeon will need to set reasonable expectations based on his/her experience and your special anatomy as well as your own expectations. Just make sure the surgeon is experienced and has a firm understanding of your concerns as well as a plan that you are in agreement with. Best of Luck Dr Harrell
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September 17, 2013
Answer: Can a revision Rhinoplasty make a nose smaller?
A picture would be worth a lot in this instance. Lacking photos, your only option is to have an experienced surgeon examine your nose. It can most likely be improved but many times the surgeon will need to set reasonable expectations based on his/her experience and your special anatomy as well as your own expectations. Just make sure the surgeon is experienced and has a firm understanding of your concerns as well as a plan that you are in agreement with. Best of Luck Dr Harrell
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