I'm one month post rhinoplasty and getting different opinions from doctors. The plastic surgeon suggested hydorquinone which my derm does not recommend 1) putting around the eye and 2) said it would penetrate deep enough to remove the staining since it only works on the surface. The derm recommended a vitamin k cream. What else can I do? How long till it's fully gone? Is there a chance it is permanent?
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Surgeons use their best judgement at operation. To make a strong "never" for anything may not be best (I would allow an "almost never", however). Thinning the nasal skin can be indicated, but overdoing it (which may not be evident at operation) can result in a hard to remedy...
Rhinoplasty surgery is typically only needed once in a lifetime. However, it is highly likely that you will notice changes in your skin with age. Characteristics of the face such as wrinkles, fine lines, and pore size will change over time and are not something that will be prevented from...
It is best to ask this question directly to your
surgeon at your pre-op appointment. This pre-op appointment is the time during
which he or she will detail all the do’s and don’ts leading up to your
rhinoplasty, including which topical creams to avoid using. Be sure to have a
comprehensive lis...
