Splint Fell off 5 Days After Surgery

The versatility and safety of Gore Tex nasal implants has been well described. The likelihood of extrusion is less than 5%. If you're pleased by the appearance of your nose, enjoy your new look. I hope this helps you.

Hi Manny, It is not usual for the nose to twitch after Rhinoplasty. However the most common findings are as follows; Swelling and edema some degree of numbness or decreased sensation throbbing pain with exercise and severe physical activity paresthesia (feeling...

It is best to use kenalog injections conservatively to avoid over-correction. After the injection, swelling may resolve faster than it would have without the kenalog - it will be difficult for you to evaluate the effectiveness of this treatment - rely on your surgeon's judgement. Injections...

Taping won't help. You will have some tip drop but if you are dissatisfied at 6 months with the shortness this can be fixed by lengthening. This requires a skilled and very experienced revision rhinoplasty surgeon. You can look at revision before after photos on websites.

Placing ointment in the nose to soften crusts at incision sites may be helpful after a rhinoplasty. Do not try to remove any material you see or feel. Consult with your surgeon and follow his/her instructions.

I would not recommend injecting a filler near a silicone nasal implant.  If the needle touches the implant or implant capsule, there is a risk of infection.  If the implant becomes infected, it all most always has to be removed.