Rhinoplasty done May 2018 - while cleaning nose with tweezers the other day I pulled down on something and now nose has indent.

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I had rhinoplasty done to thin and reduce a bump on the top of my nose in May 2018. The other day I was using tweezers to clean my nose and pulled down on something that I thought was dried mucus. I felt something shift and now my nose has an indent above my right nostril. There was no bleeding. I'm worried that I pulled down on something supporting the nose (though I don't know why that would still be there so long after the surgery). I'm very worried that I damaged my surgery. Should I visit my doctor?

A. Joshua Zimm, MD · Answer

It seems unlikely that this far out after your surgery you would cause a problem as you described.  Nonetheless, I'd reach out to your surgeon and make them aware and provide photos for them to evaluate.  Best wishes.

Benjamin C. Paul, MD · Answer

Thanks for posting your question. I would advise you to return to your surgeon for evaluation. It is not possible to say more without seeing you. Hoping for the best for you.

Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired) · Answer

You may have pulled out a cartilage graft used for support.  I would recommend you see your surgeon as soon as possible.

Rhinoplasty done May 2018 - while cleaning nose with tweezers the other day I pulled down on something and now nose has indent.

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