~mid 2017 I got rhinoplasty to fix a broken bone that resulted from an injury I got as a kid. ~mid 2018 I got revision rhinoplasty with the same surgeon b/c my tip was HUGE/bulbous. Now ~14 months post revision & there is a knuckle of cartilage (bossae?) in the left tip that makes my nose tip look sideways & nostrils uneven. I can move this cartilage up & down. Can this cartilage be removed/flattened? Can it be closed rhinoplasty/local anesthesia? Is this a quick fix? PLEASE HELP!!
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Obviously an in-person exam would be necessary to determine exactly what is needed for a revision. After a year the swelling subsides considerably and any asymmetries in the nose can be visible. If there is any contour deformity in the bridge, it is often because there is a step off between t...
It really shouldn't be necessary for you to use medical 'jargon' when speaking to your surgeon. You described your concerns quite well in plain english. Basically you are looking to de-project and rotate the tip, better define the tip and smooth out the bridge - all of which are reasonable goals...
We have seen attempts to restore a nasal bump using cartilage grafting, and results were not terrific. You appear to have an improved and straight nasal profile. Consider living with it since fillers or surgery may not lead to a result you desire. Thank you. Dr Joseph