Can Rhinoplasty Fix Hole From Nose Piercing?

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I haven't worn my nose ring in over 2 years but of course still have the hole there. There is also a small bump next to the hole... not sure what it is but it was there before the piercing. I'm looking to have rhinoplasty to fix wide bridge and over projected tip and was wondering if these could be fixed as well?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

This should not present an issue.  Find a plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials  who performs hundreds of rhinoplasties and rhinoplasty revisions each year.  Then look at the  plastic surgeon's website before and after photo galleries to get a  sense of who can deliver the results.	Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Ramin Behmand, MD, FACS · Answer

The answer is yes, the hole left by a nose ring piercing can be surgically excised and closed, just the same way a small skin mole would be removed. However, depending on the exact location of the ring, the removal might cause some minor distortion of the nostril. A thorough discussion with your surgeon ahead of time will make it clear if removal is a good idea for you. When a piercing hole is removed, a small, permanent scar is left behind. Dr. B

Stephen Weber MD, FACS · Answer

As my colleagues have said, you are a candidate for rhinoplasty and the changes you're interested in seem reasonable based on the single photo you've posted. With that said, the scar tissue and remaining piercing can be fixed in the office by itself or during rhinoplasty in the operating room. Seek a consultation with a highly experienced rhinoplasty expert to learn how best to proceed. I hope this information is helpful.Stephen Weber MD, FACSWeber Facial Plastic Surgery

Thomas Trevisani, MD · Answer

I agree, you are a good candidate for rhinoplasty. You have potentially a very elegant nose. Yes, the hole and the bump can be addressed at the same time and most likely improved.

David Shifrin, MD · Answer

During your rhinoplasty surgery your nose ring scar can be revised. Discuss this with your surgeon during your consultation.Good luck

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