What were these two stitches on the sides of my nose used for? (Photo)

The pictures that you sent aren't very clear but my guess is that these sutures were based from an alar based reduction that the surgeon performed.

Occasionally a "percutaneous osteotomy" may need to be performed to complete the infracturing of your nasal bones after hump removal, or to achieve adequate nasal narrowing. These small incisions should heal uneventfully. Ask your surgeon for a complete explanation. Don't worry, and happy recovery. Dr Joseph

Thanks for sharing. Have you asked your rhinoplasty surgeon? Some techniques use a tiny side incision to in-fracture the nasal bones. Your surgeon could have done that. Ask him or her! Best wishes!

Thanks for your question. Many rhinoplasty surgeons use a transcutaneous approach for osteotomy when needed. Some surgeons leave these tiny skin punctures to heal on their own. Others place a single small stitch there for a couple days. Double check with your surgeon to clarify what the sutures in your specific case may have been from. Warm regards.

Those stitches are likely where your surgeon used an instrument called an osteotome to help move in the bones (via osteotomies). To bring in the bones, they are "broken" along a certain line by the osteotome. Most surgeons do not make an incision on the outside, while others do. There are strengths and weaknesses to each approach. Following your doctor's instructions on the care of the incisions will help in the healing process!

These two stitches represent an access hole that you surgeon required to complete breaking your nose. Infrequently, these additional holes are required.