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1.5 years post-op septoplasty: does this look like saddle nose deformity? (photos)

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Awesome81561Mar 3, 2022

I am concerned that I am developing saddle nose after my septoplasty (aug 2020). Would insurance cover to fix it?

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Marc Polacco, MD

Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, most of your concerns probably won't be well addressed during an in-office procedure. When you change one structure of the nose, adjacent structures are also affected, as is the general aesthetic. I think if these concerns are bothersome enough to go...

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Jeffrey H. Spiegel, MD

Usually this is quite possible, but it will depend upon how much scarring you have and how much skin you have (or skin contraction). If you had a hook before, it is likely doable. We would do a cartilage graft to extend the nose down.

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Eric M. Joseph, MD

Your candidacy for revision rhinoplasty will require an examination. Repair of your poly-beak, adding tip projection on profile, and an attempt at improving nasal symmetry may be considered. You may need cartilage grafting to reconstruct and support your droopy tip, and this is best performed...

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

Plastic surgery scars require attention after surgery so that they remain cosmetically-appealing and barely noticeable. In our office, we use a protocol for scars that minimizes their activity in the 6-8 weeks after surgery. If you have late plastic surgery scars, you may also require laser and...

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Nima Shemirani, MD

You are able to safely proceed with surgery as long as a qualified surgeon performs the surgery. You do have valid concerns and I am confident that they can be addressed by a revisionary surgery. If you have further questions please call my office 310-772-2866

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