I have scar tissue inside both of my nostrils where the incisions were. My doctor said that he can remove the scar tissue, but that the scar tissue might come back. What can I do to prevent the scar tissue from coming back? Can I use silicone scar sheets inside my nostrils?
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Answer: Scar tissue in the nose after rhinoplasty may cause nasal obstruction.
Hello and thank you for your question and the pictures. Addressing the shape of your nose (especially the bridge and nasal tip) is actually one of the most common reasons people seek out and undergo a rhinoplasty. An open septorhinoplasty can best address both your aesthetic concerns and any...
Believe it or not, blackheads in thick oily nasal skin can cause nasal tip swelling to be persistent. As long as there was no pain removing the blackheads, I doubt you did any damage. Thank you for your question, and I wish you a happy recovery. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph
Hello and thank you for your question. Addressing the shape of your nose (especially the bridge) is actually one of the most common reasons people seek out and undergo a rhinoplasty. An open septorhinoplasty (in the right hands) can best address both your aesthetic concerns and any functional...
