My columella healed very crooked after open rhinoplasty. My surgeon injected the columella and tip area twice with Kenalog but stopped after I developed a dent on top of my nose. What is a steroid injected into the columella supposed to accomplish? That wasn't explained to me. Much appreciation for your time.
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January 3, 2014
Answer: Kenalog injections do have risk after rhinoplasty
The implant is firmly in place and will not move following Botox injections. I would recommend speaking with your physician who performed the injections regarding any discomfort you are experiencing. Thank you and best of luck.
As you're describing an operation that only took place twelve days ago, for this region it is too early to have any conclusions about the asymmetry of the tip – I will advise you to wait for a minimum of six – in certain cases 12 – months before having a final opinion.
Anyone maneuver on the nose will result and changes to other angles, distances or proportions for other aspects of the nose. By de rotating a nose, it will often look longer and more projected. The nasal width, however, is typically not affected by de-rotation of the nose. a good rhinoplasty...
