I had a closed rhinoplasty done that resulted in shaving down the dorsal hump on my nose and slightly lifting the tip. However, ever since the cast came off when I run my finger down the bridge of my nose, the spot where my hump used to be feels soft and squishy and dips in when even minor pressure is applied. The top of my nose and the bottom both feel strong and bony like they did before the surgery. Is this normal? Why does that one spot now feel so squishy? Should I worry?
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January 26, 2019
Answer: Nose feels soft in the middle after rhinoplasty
Large changes to a nose are theoretically possible. The likely hood of the changes looking good and appropriate depend on the patients tissues and the skill of the surgeon. Not all patients can have the changes they want from an anatomy standpoint alone. Not all surgeons produce the same results...
Washing your nose will not displace grafts or disturb osteotomy sites. The tape adhesive is difficult to remove. You should consult your plastic surgeon who may have a special solution to remove the adhesive.
Every nose is
different and unique to that individual. If the appearance of your nose
concerns you enough to do something about it, it can be improved with a natural
artistically performed rhinoplasty. What would be the best option and exact
procedure would depend on an in person examination ...