I had a rhinoplasty eight months ago where a tip graft from my septal cartilage was placed on the tip of my nose. My nose looks elongated, pointy, sharp and the graft literally shows through my skin. (pictures are posted from my precious question) My doctor said he said he can remove it under local anesthesia when it is a year since surgery. I read that I have scar tissue forming around my graft. Is the longer I wait more damaging to the tip of my nose?
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October 31, 2013
Answer: Will Removing my Cartilage Graft Leave Scar Tissue at my Tip?
Hi,
Without seeing your pics, I would say that spreader graft should fix this problem. This should be done through an open approach rhinoplasty to get the best cosmetic and functional result. This should not be difficult in experienced hands.
Best,
Dr.S.
Great question. There are a few ways the nasal tip can be deprojected, and the chosen method will depend on the individual circumstances of the patient. Cartilage does not always have to be removed, but may be repositioned or altered instead. If the lower lateral cartilages are too long,...
Dear Shawn,
-It all depends on what it looks like and because of that it is hard to advise you on what is exactly going on and how to fix it
-It could be that the skin is thin and when the swelling comes down, the bump reappears
-It could also be excess scar tissue that may...
