All healed nicely, accept a few days ago I felt something rough under my nostril, after further investigation I discovered its the end of a non dissolvable stitch! I tried tugging on it with tweezers but it feels like its attatched firm to the top of my lip on the inside. How would I get it out? Returning to the surgeon is not an option.
September 1, 2011
Answer: Stitch left after Rhinoplasty
The sutures used for rhinoplasty are generally very small so fine instruments would be needed to remove these. Seeing another plastic surgeon would probably be most advisable. In addition, you need to be followed by someone to make sure you continue to get a good rhinoplasty result.
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September 1, 2011
Answer: Stitch left after Rhinoplasty
The sutures used for rhinoplasty are generally very small so fine instruments would be needed to remove these. Seeing another plastic surgeon would probably be most advisable. In addition, you need to be followed by someone to make sure you continue to get a good rhinoplasty result.
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September 1, 2011
Answer: It would be best for you to consult a rhinoplasty specialist to advise you about the stitch in your nose after surgery.
I read your concern:
At 5-6 weeks post-op, you may be feeling a long-lasting, but non-permanent suture. If you can't see your surgeon, you could call his office and find out which suture material was used. If PDS sutures were used (my preference), these may take up to 3 mos. to dissolve.
If your nose is not red swollen or infected, it may be a bit too soon to remove this stitch, even if it's permanent. You could experience a change in the configuration of your tip cartilage.
In my view, you would be best served by consulting a reputable rhinoplasty surgeon to see what might be best for you.
I hope this is helpful for you.
Regards from NJ.
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September 1, 2011
Answer: It would be best for you to consult a rhinoplasty specialist to advise you about the stitch in your nose after surgery.
I read your concern:
At 5-6 weeks post-op, you may be feeling a long-lasting, but non-permanent suture. If you can't see your surgeon, you could call his office and find out which suture material was used. If PDS sutures were used (my preference), these may take up to 3 mos. to dissolve.
If your nose is not red swollen or infected, it may be a bit too soon to remove this stitch, even if it's permanent. You could experience a change in the configuration of your tip cartilage.
In my view, you would be best served by consulting a reputable rhinoplasty surgeon to see what might be best for you.
I hope this is helpful for you.
Regards from NJ.
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