I am 5 weeks post op from an open revision rhinoplasty and have noticed a triangular slit on my left nostril about two weeks ago. I believe this slit has become a lot more noticeable with every passing week. What could be attributing to this and will this be a part of my permanent result? Thanks in advance for your expertise.
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Without a picture or in-office exam, it isn't possible to give a precise answer. Nonetheless, if your nostrils have had too much cartilage removed or are malpositioned, an experienced Facial Plastic Surgeon who is a master of REVISION RHINOPLASTIES would be able to make a plan to give you...
Surgical revision of polly beak is usually successful when performed by a surgeon experienced in revision rhinoplasty. Your photo shows a significant polly beak with multiple components including loss of tip support, excess prominence of the supratip which may be from underresection or...
I have used taping after surgery in some select rhinoplasty
cases. I have found it helpful in the care of rhinoplasties where the nose was
twisted and we straightened it. I am very specific with instructions on how to
tape as I feel that you can create problems if it is done incorrectly....
