I am concerned about my nose shape. One nostril is a lot bigger than the other, and i think i also have a deviated septum. According to my knowledge, this is due to a injury that happened to me in childhood that led to swelling and pus. Please give some advices. (I really dont want to do a surgery, but if that's the only option, I might consider doing it) [photo included]
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Answer: Treatment for a deviated septum and asymmetry
We have not had issues with eyebrow hair going onto the nose after rhinoplasty surgery. Please consider re-asking you a question with before and after photos for a more decisive answer from the experts. Thank you. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph
That is not a reason to cancel your surgery but we do recommend patients to quit smoking at least 4 weeks before their surgeries. Smoking significantly delays the healing process. Therefore we do not want our patients to smake after their surgeries as well. Couple of drags will not hurt you but...
I do not believe that an isolated tip-plasty and alarplasty would be beneficial since that might lead to a wider appearance of your nasal bridge. Judo photos rarely tell the whole story. Please consider meeting with several reputable rhinoplasty specialist so you could see what might be best for...
