1 month post-op. Is my tip going to drop if septal extension graft was used? (photos)

Thank you for your questionI do recommend that if a patient is considering both septoplasty and cosmetic rhinoplasty that he/she do both at the same time. To do a cosmetic rhinoplasty, I often harvest cartilage from the septum for grafting.  If a septoplasty is needed, the bent cartilage that i...

Thank you for your question. It’s a tough issue dealing with a dry nose. It is true that nerves, vessels, and mucosal lining regenerate, but how they do that can vary. Most of the time breathing improves or returns to normal, but sometimes it can feel very different. I’m not privy to the...

Hello. Great question. I will suggest consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon who has experience performing both procedures. You will avoid undergoing anesthesia and recovery twice.

Hello, Thank you for your question. Ice compress in your case might not help you much. I would advise you drinking more water, avoiding salty food and more walking can be useful as well. Discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon. To find out more please click on the attached link. Best R...

Thank you for the photos and your question.  Unfortunately, the photos are not good enough quality to be able to tell if you have adhesions.  Some complaints that people have after nose surgery who have synechiae or adhesions is difficulty breathing through their nose, feeling obstruction on o...

Rhinoplasty requires exceptional skill on behalf of the surgeon and great communication with the patient about realistic goals and expectations. Common cosmetic concerns include a dorsal hump, wide nose, sunken nose, irregularities, and asymmetries. Functional concerns include difficulty...