Hello, I had an alarplasty 25 days ago. I am currently abroad on vacation so cannot see/call my doctor at the moment. I noticed that the incision inside my right nostril looks a little more red and maybe more swollen than before. Is it the beginning stages of becoming infected? Does it look like something I should try to see a doctor in the current foreign country I'm in? Or is it just the normal healing process? Thank you.
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You are right to not want a goretex implant. These carry a host of problems. I would also avoid silicone, Medpor or porous polyethylene implants for similar reasons. The terms "alarplasty" and "tip plasty" are parts of a rhinoplasty or a nose job. I think by those terms, you are refer...
Although you are still early, I am concerned that it will require revision to fix. The good news is that a minor procedure in office under local anesthesia will likely be all that is necessary if that is the case. Overall it looks really good, and mild alar asymmetries are common. I would likely...
Dear Hanifa26,It is still early in your healing process to tell how your nose will turn out. There is still a lot of swelling 7 weeks post-op.It can take 6-12 months to fully heal from a rhinoplasty so patience is key.Best regards,Nima Shemirani
