Hello! I had a closed rhinoplasty nine (almost 10) months ago. One side of my tip is still very swollen. Today and two days ago, I accidentally touched the tip of my nose a bit harsher than usual (it was so light you can't even call it hit) and I felt a weak pain. My nose didn't become red or more swollen. Neither does it still hurt. And the appearance of my nose didn't change. I'm still very afraid I could have caused any damage. Is it possible to still cause damage? Thank you!
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Hello! Great question. Yes, you can certainly have changes years after your rhinoplasty was performed. Graft extrusion is rare but it can occur. If you notice cartilage present, you'd want to revisit with your surgeon to have a look. Exposed cartilage can be an entry point for bacteria to get...
Thank you for submitting your question and photos. You appear to be a candidate for rhinoplasty to achieve your desired results. During this procedure, the bridge can be narrowed, the slope could be contoured, and the nasal tip could be redefined for a harmonious appearance that complements the...
Can a rhinoplasty be performed under local anesthesia? decades ago most rhinoplasties were in fact performed under local anesthesia. I myself, had a rhinoplasty approximately 40 years ago, Wide-awake. However that trend has changed and while it is possible, most plastic surgeons prefer to have a...