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Revision Rhinoplasty Post Car Accident?

Aug 16, 2011
What are the options of revision rhinoplasty following an initial nose surgery that was needed after a car accident? How common is it for people to have revision surgery for trauma cases like these? 

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Thomas A. Lamperti, MD

There are ways to permanently repair notching of the nostril margin, though I would suggest you give it time to allow your nose to heal. At this earlier stage it's hard to get a full sense of what your baseline will be (which could lead to under or over correction). It can take...

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Hi, Dima I understand your desire to restart your training, but you have already made a big commitment to your nose.  In my opinion, the wisest thing is to stay away from any medication that could possibly have an effect on the healing for at least three months.  Frankly, we do...

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