Will Nasolabial Angle Reduce After Rhinoplasty?

Cartilage grafts frequently used in rhinoplasty to provide more stable, and longer lasting results. A cartilage graft called a columellar strut is often placed in the column of tissue between the nostrils regardless of whether the rhinoplasty is performed open or closed. This type of graft is...

The effect of removing your spint will depend on the techniques that your surgeon used for your nasal surgery. You should schedule and appointment with your surgeon so that he or she can assess your nose and make sure that no negative consequences will arise from removing your splint early. The...

Although there are many experienced rhinoplasty surgeons outside the US (and Cuba may not be an exception), having plastic surgery abroad is hardly something, I would recommend. We all see patients who had surgeries abroad, usually with questions, problems or complications, not even to talk...

Hey There Delilah, You need to speak with your surgeon regarding whether his technique will affect your upper lip. At your pre-operative visit, you should be asked to sign an informed consent for surgery. Make sure that you are clear about the risks and complications of your surgery, including...

It is impossible to tell without an examination whether the hump will be permanent or whether it is due to swelling at this point. You should wait at least 3 months after the closed reduction to assess the situation. If it is getting better at that point then wait longer. If it is not then...

Hi Selida, You want a subtle rhinoplasty. It is possible in many cases to just rasp the lateral nasal bone prominence and shaving down any lateral cartilaginous wing to narrow your nose without breaking the nasal bones. In other cases, lateral osteotomies (incising the nasal bones) are all that...