I had a septorhinoplasty, 1 week post op I had the inner tube and outer cast removal. The force he used when vacuuming my nasal passages was horrific. Traumatizing to say the least. The cast was removed he said I had an "uncomplicated surgery", said come see him in one month then left the room. I was still laying flat on the table! He did not show me my nose, allow me to ask questions. Is this normal??? Even when you wax your eyebrows they hand you a mirror to see and discuss the results.
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Hi @emmalemonn. Thank you for sharing your photos. You are an excellent candidate for a rhinoplasty. I recommend seeing an expert rhinoplasty specialist for an in person examination. There are several options for you that can be determined after examination.
Best of luck,
Dr. Nima
Thank you for your questions and for sharing your photographs.
I can see your uneven nostrils but also see an overall aesthetically pleasing nose.
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