I badly injured the bridge area of my nose when I was young, which resulted in a small dorsal hump and a deviated septum. I am now 20 and looking to get my hump removed/bride narrowed, but I like the way my tip looks and would rather not have it touched. Though, I am not a rhinoplasty surgeon so I cannot say for sure what would look best. Could my hump be removed without tip work, and if not, what kind of tip work would be done?
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Answer: Rhinoplasty to remove dorsal hump and narrow nasal bridge
Packing is not always required after a rhinoplasty. If needed there are splints that have a channel to allow for breathing after the procedure. The problem is that these frequently get plugged by secretions. Discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon, you may find you are...
An alar base reduction can yield a natural result that greatly improves the appearance of the nose when the procedure is performed properly by a skilled rhinoplasty specialist. More photos and/or an in-person exam would be necessary to advise you. I would recommend a consult with a board...
The cast and tape will not help if worn for a prolonged period of time. A closed rhinoplasty will have less swelling than an open rhinoplasty.The nose
can be swollen for up to a year or more. Swelling will depend upon the
nature of maneuvers employed, presence of grafts or implants,...