I had an acne breakout and developed an icepick looking scar on the bridge of my nose. They’re new and have been there for a week but I’d like to reverse the damage as much as I can. I’m also going to have a rhinoplasty procedure (dorsal hump reduction and tip) done within 2 months. Would a nose job help in improving the appearance of the scar by stretching of the skin? Otherwise what can I do to improve how it looks? Thank you!
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Answer: For Icepick scars, recommend doing TCA cross and a light CO2 laser treatment
Hi Nica123,The final result for rhinoplasty will take 1yr post op, but should the irregularities or deviation or tip swelling persist beyond this period, then a touch up surgery may be needed. Any minor depression on the other hand can be corrected by fillers if you are not keen on surgery.For ...
Ashok Govila, FRCS, MCh, MS - Account Suspended says:
Hello,
I think your expectation are reasonable and achievable.You need tip refinement and rotation of the tip nominally.
However do check digital correction first to see if you like such changes.
I wish you all the best.
Dear Sandra, You are very early in the recovery phase and have a lot of swelling that will dissipate over the next few months. As the swelling dissipates you should start to see some subtle changes in your nose that will be beneficial to your final result. As far as your lip is concerned this s...