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Having mucus is a separate issue and not likely due to your implant. It would be best to have the issue evaluated by a board certified ENT. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.
If the implant is in the proper position, it should not be causing sinus inflammation, headache, or dizziness. If there are nay signs of infection or malposition, you should be evaluated by your plastic surgeon. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
It is unlikely that your symptoms are fom your implant. However, you may want to follow up with your surgeon to have them examine your nose.
I have used straight, solid silicone dorsa implants during Rhinoplasty for over 2 decades and these implants have no fluid to leak out...they are solid, soft plastic-like implants. They would not be able to cause those symptoms.
Plastic surgery scars require attention after surgery so that they remain cosmetically-appealing and barely noticeable. In our office, we use a protocol for scars that minimizes their activity in the 6-8 weeks after surgery. If you have late plastic surgery scars, you may also require laser and...
Depending on their needs and preference for surgeon, many patients travel for their procedure. We have patients that come in from all over the world for surgery. We offer consultations via Skype, and it is likely that many other practices do as well. I would recommend contacting any prospective...
Both ENT Otolaryngologists and Plastic Surgeons are trained to do rhinoplasty. However, there are a select few in each specialty that have significant expertise and experience in rhinoplasty. Therefore, do your homework carefully as rhinoplasty is the most challenging operation that we perform...
This is neither necessary nor advisable, but probably not harmful. Why not just soap and water, plus your normal moisturizer and sunscreen? This much alcohol strips the skin of its normal lubrication, and simply stimulates (additional) oil production to accommodate for this removal. Best...
Pressing on the nose would not cause a dorsal hump to develop. This is something that can be due to genetics and/or having direct trauma to the nose. A board certified rhinoplasty specialist would be able to provide you with precise advice following an in-person evaluation. I hope this helps,...
Thank you for the question. Care Credit is a helpful tool for patients and works very much like a credit card. In my practice, patients have been very satisfied with their experience. However, as with any financial obligation, it is absolutely crucial that you review the terms with your doctor's...
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