Is There Any Way to See a Person's Nasal Cartilage Before Surgery, Such As by X-ray or MRI?

This is very common. The cast compresses the tissues of the nose to keep swelling down, and when it is removed the swelling can no longer be controlled and it can dramatically appear. This swelling can take months to subside, with the tip being affected for the longest.

The nasal bones are fixed, and unlike cartilage, don't tend to warp spontaneously.  So I don't really know why your nasal structure changed.  I suspect that the depression you see is more likely from a depressed or partially avulsed upper lateral cartilage as it articulates or...

From the photos, you would be a good candidate for rhinoplasty. The bridge can be narrowed along with the tip and nostrils, creating a thinner, but natural appearance from the front view. The cost would differ from surgeon to surgeon but ranges between $5000 and $10000. Be sure to see a...

Absolutely not! There's no reason you shouldn't have a rhinoplasty, and it will definitely lift your face as you desire. From a shape point of view you have good potential for a finer nose. The biggest issue for you is the potential for worsening your airway. It's really important...

I read your concerns and reviewed your photo. You appear to have a slight amount of nostril retraction on both sides. You're relatively early in your healing, and I'm not certain whether or not this will improve with time. In my practice, I have had favorable results lowering nostril...