Inverted V deformity and Pollybeak Deformity? (Photo)

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Around 23 months ago I had an Open Rhinoseptoplasty procedure costing just under £11,000. Ever since the procedure, my nasal breathing ability has been significantly reduced compared to pre-op levels, and it hurts to touch my nose and surrounding areas. Every time I raise concerns with my surgeon, he either ignores my emails or gives a different explanation as to why it looks and hurts the way it does. Please can you help me identify whether I have an Inverted V and Pollybeak deformity? Thanks

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

An inverted V typically occurs typically after a hump is removed in someone that has thin nasal skin. It is the upside down V shadowing at the area where the nasal cartilage meets the nasal bones. Sometimes, this may be permanently improved upon with a few droplets of Silikon-1000, a permanent filler. Based on your profile view when you are smiling, your bridge appears to project out further from your tip, and this is typically seen in a polybeak. I'm sorry you're having issues after your surgery. Please consider getting a second opinion if you're surgeon is unable to help you. Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photographs, you do appear to have an inverted V deformity, pollybeak, and over projected drooping tip. This can all be fixed with a Revision Rhinoplasty. With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified rhinoplasty surgeon who can evaluate you in person.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question.
As far as I can see from your photos there are bumps in your nose, at the same time, your nose bridge should be filed more and your nose tip should be higher. For get rid of this image I recommend you revision rhinoplasty surgery.
It would be better face to face consultation.
Best Regards!

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