Will my nose injury 6 months ago return to normal? (Photos)

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Hello. I was hit directly in the bridge of my nose with a small hard object extremely hard 6 months ago. My nose instantly got huge and higher and wider. I did not have a nose bleed, and no visible bruising. X-rays showed no sign of a break. My nose is still significantly different in size. I am desperate for answers. The pictures are all in the same order Before & After. I do not understand why my nose is not going back to pre injury size.please help

Richard A. Bartlett, MD · Answer

I'm very sorry to hear about your injury. I would advise you to make an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon so they may look at your nose externally, and internally, with a nasal speculum. A rhinoplasty may be the key to getting your nose back to baseline. Best of luck!

Barry M. Weintraub, MD, FACS · Answer

I am sorry to tell you this, but unfortunately the trauma might have caused irreversible damage that could require surgery. Regardless of the X-rays, it is evident that the dorsum of your nose has been impacted by this trauma. One can see specifically where the damage occurred. I suggest consulting in person with a board certified plastic surgeon so he or she can properly examine you. A physical exam is imperative to help diagnose the issue, and to provide a solution.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

After six months, your noses not going to change any further. The Photos demonstrate wide nasal bonds, and narrow upper lateral cartridges. A closed rhinoplasty approach can accomplish narrowing the nasal bones and widening and supporting the upper lateral cartilages with spreader grafts harvested from patient's own nasal septal cartilage.

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Will my nose injury 6 months ago return to normal? (Photos)

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