Is my nose separating after rhinoplasty? 6 months out from surgery (Photo)

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I recently had a rhinoplasty and overall healing has been well except for one nostril looks like it being separated? It has 3 holes close to where the original scar was, I’m unsure what’s happening and if I should seek scar revision ? I’m 6 months out and I would like some direction and explanation of what’s going on. Please help ! Thank you !

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

The small holes that you are pointing to with your finger may be marks from the sutures that were placed. In my opinion, scar revision for this might be tricky. Sometimes, if alar plasty scars don't look acceptable, dermabrasion may be considered for smoothing out their appearance. If this is something that you could live with, that would obviously be the best option. Certainly discuss your concerns with your surgeon. I hope this helps! Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question.As far as I can understand from your question It would be better consult your surgeon.Best regards!

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

It is very difficult to evaluate your scar in such a small area based on these photos. It would be in your best interest to address this issue with your plastic surgeon or seek in-person second opinion consult. Hope this helps.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Your have a prominent suture mark and some pits where the surgery was done. It’s a simple correction

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

I suggest you follow up with your provider who did the procedure regarding your concerns of your rhinoplasty results.
It looks like you have some suture marks from the procedure.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

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