i am 6 and a half weeks post op from my rhinoplasty and im wondering if i can shave the hair of my moustache right under my nasal tip. im afraid ill pull it to the side or something or can i engage in this sortof activity?
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Dear Dima,
It is impossible to say what is going on with your nose. This could be related to infection or an inflammatory reaction to either suture or a synthetic implant if that was used for your rhinoplasty. Frank infection is usually fairly obvious and can be treated with antibiotics,...
In the best of situations reduction and repair of a nasal fracture should take place within the first week after injury so things don't get 'stuck' in the wrong position. A bump over the nasal bridge can be due to healing bone, and can go away. But after a year if imperfections persist they are...
Absolutely not!
Many of our patients have rhinoplasty procedures a little later in life. Rhinoplasty is one of the most rewarding procedures for patients who are bothered by their nose. Just because you are considering a rhinoplasty, it doesn't mean that you have to make "major" changes. ...
