My concern is too much nostril show after a recent rhinoplasty. I understand a columella lift is possible. By applying digital pressure I can see this will solve the nostril show, but will make the tip appear even more drooping (it already is, although it could be simply swelling). Will a lifting of the columella and trimming some of the cartilage in the area be a solution? How soon can this be performed? Would any grafts be indicated? How would you approach the problem? Thank you for your time.
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Answer: In select patients, nostril margins may be lowered with a carefully-performed Injectable Filler procedures.
You nose is upturned well beyond the aesthetic ideal for a male nose. This can be accomplished through a rhinoplasty procedure, but it is likely that you will need additional strong cartilage from the rib to help reposition and stabilize the tip in a less rotated position. find an experienced ...
Short nasal bones, thick skin, excess width, poor projection etc. are all problems that experienced rhinoplasty surgeon deal with on a regular basis. You can have a nice result if you see someone with experience and comfort using a variety of techniques, not someone who does the same procedure...
It makes sense that as the tip projection is reduced during rhinoplasty that the nostril will tend to flare. It may not be swelling and a Weir procedure may be helpful to clean up your result. Wait a good while before deciding.
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