16 years post-op & shifted nose - revision rhinoplasty and septoplasty? (Photos)

Hi there! Cartilage grafting can be very precise. It all depends on how the surgeon utilizes the cartilage and shapes it. Too thick and it may be visible. Too pointy and it may show-through. An open rhinoplasty would allow complete visualization of the cartilage and precision with suturing. The...

Thank you for your question and photos. The left side of your nose does appear to be indented. Unfortunately, it’s impossible to make treatment recommendations without an in-person consultation first. Sometimes, dermal fillers or fat grafting can help correct imbalances such as yours. However, a...

This needs an in-person evaluation after you are done healing. In the in-person consultation, you and the doctor will discuss if a revision is needed. There are often an assortment of reasons that patients are unhappy with their initial nose job. Revision rhinoplasty is an option to address...

Consider doing no further surgery. Goals of rhinoplasty are improvement, and revision rhinoplasty may be one of the most unpredictable surgeries that is reserved for those with severe dissatisfaction. Hope this helps. Dr Joseph

Try to avoid disrupting pimples with tweezers in the future, as this can introduce bacteria into the area. It would be best to follow up with your surgeon, as pus can be a sign of infection.

Thank you for your photos. A right- and left-sided profile picture would have been very helpful to see to determine if your body created excess scar tissue. I do see the asymmetry to which you refer, but please keep in mind that the tip remains swollen far longer than all other aspects of the...