Would nonsurgical revision rhinoplasty be a possibility? Please help (Photos)

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I had rhinoplasty 3 months ago to reduce the dorsal hump. I didn’t want a “scooped” nose, and we agreed to leave my tip alone as I still wanted to look like me, just with a subtle change; it was only my bump I disliked. I feel my nose has been over reduced - thinner, scooped, and pointy. I am terrified of surgical revision as if it turned out worse - I don’t know how I’d cope. I can live with the hanging columella, but would filler be an option to build up the bridge creating astraighter profile

Nelson Lee Novick, MD · Answer

The simple answer to your question is a definite "Yes."  Fillers have been used for a couple of decades to treat all kinds of bumps, humps and "saddle noses." I have personally been performing nonsurgical nose jobs for that time.  It would be advisable to wait until all possible swelling and aftermath of the prior rhinoplasty is completely resolved. This would probably be another three to six months to be on the safer side. HA filler can then be used to help fill in and straighten the dorsum of the nose. Make sure to consult with an experienced, board certified cosmetic dermatologist , since, under the best of circumstances, injecting the nose is not for the hands of inexperienced, novice injectors, but, a nose that may have increased fibrous tissue and blood changes from the surgery requires that much more injector skill and experience. Best of luck.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Based on your photos, your nose is looking closer to your "goal" compared to the day your dressing was removed. That said, if you definitely want your bridge raised a few millimeters, microdroplet Silikon1000 may be considered for subtle yet permanent bridge raising. Hope this helps. Dr Joseph

Jeffrey H. Spiegel, MD · Answer

I'm sorry you have had such a difficult time after your first surgery. I'm sure the surgeon had good intentions.  Removing that dorsal hump, and fixing the columella should be quite achievable. Watch our videos to learn more.

Onir Spiegel, DDS, PhD · Answer

Great question!
Non-surgical rhinoplasty with hyaluronic acid fillers like Versa, Restylane, and Juvederm can be a great option for the correction of past rhinoplasty as in your case. But, I would highly encourage you to look into a revision rhinoplasty. My recommendation to you and anyone looking for such surgery is to review many before and after pictures from the surgeon and make sure you can identify yourself with one of his/her previous clients, so you can feel comfortable with the abilities of your surgeon. Ultimately, doctors want what's best for their patients. So make sure to spend the time discussing what you envision and how to best achieve it.

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