About a year ago I underwent a septoplasty to correct a severely deviated septum that resulted from a broken nose when I was younger. My surgeon removed what must of been sizeable bone spur that was obstructing the nasal passage which definitely helped with my breathing. Unfortunately, it did little to correct the aesthetic appearance of my nose. The septum is still very deviated midway up the nose so it has maintained its crooked appearance. This is due to the septum pushing out against the nostril while the other "droops". Furthermore, my right nasal bone is caved in slightly due to the break adding to the appearance of crookedness/curve. When I consulted a plastic surgeon a bit later about the possibility of a septoplasty revision he said it would not be worth it considering a lot of cartilage was removed. This would make it hard to re-anchor/attach the septum and would also increase the risk of perforation. What can i do to fix this asymmetry? Is a rhinoplasty still possible? And what can be done about the crushed right nasal bone? I have considered fillers to even out the appearance of the curve and create symmetry. Though i'd want permanent results, Is this a better option? Thanks in advance!
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November 1, 2013
Answer: Rhinoplasty can be safely performed after septoplasty but seek an experienced surgeon
I'm sorry that your nose has been damaged twice in just six months. Re-breaking and re-setting your nose is actually considered surgery and is a normal part of the rhinoplasty procedure. A facial plastic surgeon who has expertise in reshaping noses can take a look and advise you on your best...
You are doing all the right things. The honest truth is that in rhinoplasty we are asking a lot of the skin of the nose. Even a small degree of edema or swelling goes a long way as the skin begins at only 1-2 mm thick and then we add almost double that in swelling. So it takes...
I am one of the plastic surgeons who advocate [judicious, careful, precise, and gradually-increasing strength] steroid injections for excessive subcutaneous scar tissue after rhinoplasty (or other scar-causing operations or injuries). Your example is why the part in bold is the important part....