I am one year post op from revision surgery and have a noticeable 'hump' on one side. When I press it in, it goes in quite a bit and looks how I want it to. I am unsure if it is cartlidge or scar tissue. The opposite side looks fine. Is it possible to reduce it without another surgery, such as steroid injection, and would this be safe? The thought of a third surgery concerns me in safeness and cost. Pic 1 is current and Pic 2 is when pressed in. Thank you
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Yes, it is often possible to re-use a cartilage graft that has been placed previously. This is assuming the cartilage has not warped and can be accessed without damaging it. Many revision rhinoplasty surgeons will likely want to discuss the possibility of needing to harvest or utilize new...
Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photograph, a revision rhinoplasty can likely help correct your nostril asymmetry. Placement of extended alar contour grafts will help with this. With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend that you seek...
If all else is okay with your nose, depending on your examination, microdroplet Silikon-1000 nasal injections maybe considered for adding permanent width to the area of your upper nasal bridge that appears to be narrowed. I hope this helps! Sincerely, Dr Joseph
