I am planning to have a rhinoplasty in the future. I have a problem, though: my company requires employees to wear an N95 mask. I wonder if this could cause problems during healing (I would try to shape the metal part so that it does not press on the nasal septum). I plan to take two weeks off work after the operation, so at least I wouldn't be wearing one until then. Could be this a problem?
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Hello! Thank you for your question. As far as I can understand from your question this is going to be your second nose surgery. That is why your surgeon might need a extra cartilage from your rib. Your nose anatomy is changed fully and your surgeon cannot sure what is in it. He needs to...
Hello! Thank you for your question.As far as I can see from your photo, you had your rhinoplasty like 2 years ago. There is nothing will help permanently beside the revision surgery. Kenalog shots may be a temporary solution for your case. Best Regards!
Hello! Thank you for your question. As far as I can see from your photos, you might need to consult your doctor about it because without face to face consultation is is very difficult to make a proper evaluation. Best Regards!