What is this on my nostril rim? (Photo)

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I had a rhinoplasty and septoplasty done in April of 2022. I had a complication resulting in some facial trauma and an emergency surgery 6 days later. I ended up with a decent result that I'm ok with but I do have one noticeable defect- it's this white raised area of my nostril rims. One side is worse and looks like I have a drippy nose, making me self conscious. My surgeon said maybe it's protruding cartilage but didn't seem sure. What caused this and is there treatment?

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

We can camouflage visible cartilage with Silikon-1000 injections, however, I am concerned that this may lead to a wider nasal tip appearance. If this is a small piece of cartilage that is poking out, potentially it may be removable in a minimally invasive fashion, depending on your examination, I hope this helps, and I wish you well moving forward. Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photographs, you may benefit from placement of alar contour grafts to help improve alar retraction.  This area of the soft triangle could also be addressed. With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified rhinoplasty surgeon who can evaluate you in person.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

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