Did I Break my Nose After Rhinoplasty?

Question

I applied a Biore pore strip to my nose 21 days post-op. After 5 minutes of application,I gently took it off. My nose swelled but didn't bleed. From that time I noticed a hump on the nasal bone and now it's becoming more prominent. At 1 month post-op now my nose looks different. I asked my husband if it looked crooked to him and he said yes. It was a "revision" surgery after trauma to my original nose. What are the chances I sabotaged the results? I can send pictures to the interested doctors.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Biore strip removal 3 weeks after rhinoplasty would not likely produce damage unless a cartilage graft was used.  This is impossible to say without an exam or without knowing specifically what was done.  Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

I really don't think that using Biore pads would move the bones at all, especially after three weeks, but it could have produced some swelling.  Give more time for the swelling to go down before jumping to any conclusions as to whether you need further surgery.

Paul S. Nassif, MD · Answer

It is unlikely a Biore strip can cause any significant damage to the nose. At 21 days post op, you will still be experiencing swelling. Swelling can persist for a while, and the final result of surgery is not evident for 18-24 months following your procedure. I would recommend following up with your surgeon, as he/she will be able to provide you with the best advice on your issue. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.

Steven L. Ringler, MD, FACS · Answer

Sorry to hear of your concerns following rhinoplasty. Without a picture, it is hard to tell if you may have injured your nose following your procedure. That said, I would guess that you did nothing to injure your nose  but are still experiencing some post operative swelling, which can continue for several months, and in some cases, even up to a year following a revision rhinoplasty. If you feel like your results have been compromised, a quick visit to your original surgeon should help reassure you that the current swelling you may be experiencing is temporary and normal.  Good luck to you.

Robert Mounsey, MD · Answer

After rhinoplasty surgery it is best not to use anything on the nose that may manipulate the bones or the underlying cartilage.  A strip on the nose may cause some swelling but most likely this will resolve.  Visit the surgeon and outline your concerns.

Did I Break my Nose After Rhinoplasty?

Answers (8)

Answer: Rhinoplasty Complication

Answer: Rhinoplasty Complication

Answer: It is unlikely you broke your nose

Answer: It is unlikely you broke your nose

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Rhinoplasty

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

Did I Break my Nose After Rhinoplasty?

Answers (8)

Answer: Rhinoplasty Complication

Answer: Rhinoplasty Complication

Answer: It is unlikely you broke your nose

Answer: It is unlikely you broke your nose

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Rhinoplasty

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.