What are the risks associated with a rhinoplasty? Hoping to correct hanging columella and raised alar

May 17, 2024
Asked By:Nice595453 in Toronto, ON

I've heard/seen so many horror stories when it comes to nose jobs. I only want to fix the bottom part of my nose (hanging columella and raised ala), where does this fall on the risk scale? I'm considering slimming my nose bridge but figure it's more risky, so I can live without it. I'm worried about injection, permanent disfiguration or ending up with a nose worse than my original! They say pick a qualified surgeon but seemingly qualified surgeons have reviews with botched nose jobs!

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