Right side is caved in. Its as big as the tip of my pointer finger. Inside it feels like a piece of cartledge thats keeping it caved in. I noticed it about a year ago. If I squeeze it it kind of goes back for a second then goes right bacj to being caved. I hate it so much. Please tell me what I can do if I cab do anything. Thank you
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July 23, 2019
Answer: The right side of my nose is caved in, how can it be corrected?
Long noses can be shortened; this has the added benefit of elongating the upper lip. A lip lift will increase the volume of red lip and decrease the distance between it and the nose, but the scars beneath the nose are visible and distort the gentle roll between the lip and columella.
Hi Monique,Typically, if atrophy occurs from a steroid shot, then it reverses completely 3-6 months later. If you have not waited that long, then don't do anything permanent yet. Fillers would be the best option. After that, I would suggest fat grafting or excision of the area.
Nasal fractures may result in no change to the outward appearance, or they can be significantly deforming. The nose has many parts that give it structure and support. Injury to bone, cartilage, connective tissues and skin all can contribute to this. Scar tissue development following injury ca...