11 months post-op - Is this scarring on the tip of my nose? (Photos)

Question

I did my primary sr11month ago and I am happy with the shape but I noticed a small bump on the tip of my nose and I’m afraid that is scaring. Also I do not want to end up doing a revision. Ps the bruising is from filled please ignore it

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

It is most likely cartilage under the skin either your own tip cartilage or from a cartilage graft. If it’s from a graft it could be removed if you desire

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear linalina0606,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

You appear to have thin nasal skin and I suspect you are seeing your operated tip cartilage through your tip skin. This may have become more noticeable with time as your swelling resolved. Depending on your examination, microdroplet Silikon-1000 injections may be considered for adding tip volume to restore tip symmetry. Hope this helps! Dr Joseph

Robert Ciardullo, MD · Answer

What is the “bump” on the tip of your nose? It appears that what you are seeing is the dome of your lower lateral Cartlidge. In people with strong, thick tip Cartlidge and thin overlying skin the Cartlidge can show through two prominently.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

The photos demonstrate residual lower lateral alar cartilage in tip. Only tip revision surgery can correct this. This is not scarring. Fee $5,000+ Best to return to chosen operative surgeon or seek in person or virtual consults.

Akshay Sanan, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear linalina0606,
Thanks for asking your question and uploading your photos. I recommend you consult with your plastic surgeon who performed your rhinoplasty. They would best be able to advise you on what it could possibly be. I hope this helps.
All the best,Dr. Sanan, MDAkshay Sanan MD Facial Plastic SurgeryDouble board certifiedLos Angeles, CA

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